Peppers and Spaghetti, the Leaner Way Recipe

Name: Peppers and Spaghetti, the Leaner Way
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces spaghetti; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and thinly julienned; 1 small yellow bell pepper, seeded and thinly julienned; Chicken broth; 2 fresh ripe tomatoes, chopped finely; 2 tablespoons drained, chopped capers; 4 flat anchovies, minced; 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley; Salt

Servings: persons

8 ounces spaghetti
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and thinly julienned
1 small yellow bell pepper, seeded and thinly julienned
Chicken broth
2 fresh ripe tomatoes, chopped finely
2 tablespoons drained, chopped capers
4 flat anchovies, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
Salt

1
In a large pot bring salted water to a boil.
2
Add spaghetti and cook for about 8 to 10 mins, until firm to the bite or according to package directions.In a non-stick skillet saute garlic in olive oil for a few moments.
3
Add julienned green and yellow bell peppers.
4
Add some broth, cover and cook 5 to 7 minutes or until peppers are really tender.
5
Add tomatoes and saute just to heat gently.
6
Add capers and anchovies and remove from heat; taste for seasoning.
7
When spaghetti is done, drain.
8
Portion out, toss with peppers, and garnish with chopped parsley.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces spaghetti, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and thinly julienned, and more.

Yes, Peppers and Spaghetti, the Leaner Way falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Peppers and Spaghetti, the Leaner Way

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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