Spaghetti With Italian Tuna & Capers Recipe

Name: Spaghetti With Italian Tuna & Capers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 cup onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 anchovy fillet, finely chopped (optional); 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 3 tablespoons capers; 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in olive oil, imported Italian; 1 lb spaghetti; chopped fresh parsley or basil (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 anchovy fillet, finely chopped (optional)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
3 tablespoons capers
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in olive oil, imported Italian
1 lb spaghetti
chopped fresh parsley or basil (to garnish)

1
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2
Add chopped onion and anchovy fillet, and saute until soft, about 5 minutes.
3
Add crushed red pepper and garlic and saute for another minute.
4
Add tomato sauce and reduce heat to low.
5
Next, add capers and the cans of tuna.
6
I like to drain the oil from one of the cans and leave the oil from the second.
7
Break up the large pieces of tuna with a fork or wooden spoon.
8
Cook pasta in boiling salted water for about 7 minutes or until al dente.
9
Drain, and toss with tuna red sauce in a serving bowl.
10
Sprinkle with basil or parsley and serve.

566

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 cup onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti With Italian Tuna & Capers falls under the Seafood 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.

Spaghetti With Italian Tuna & Capers

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