Puttanesca Sauce

Ingredients

• 3 Tbs olive oil
• 5 cloves of garlic peeled and smashed
• 5 anchovy filets (more or less to taste)
• 1 28oz can whole plum tomatoes (drained)
• 1/2 c. pitted oil-cured black olives (Kalamata olives work as well)
• 2 Tbs drained capers
• Crushed red pepper flakes to taste
• Salt and pepper
• 1 lb. spaghetti
• Chopped basil and Italian parsley for garnish

Preparation

1. 1.Medium-low heat, add olive oil to skillet. Use cast iron if possible.
2. 2.Sauté garlic and anchovies until garlic is golden.
3. 3.Crush drained tomatoes with hands into pan; add salt and pepper.
4. 4.Cook for 10 minutes on medium-high heat.
5. 5.Stir in all other ingredients and simmer to meld flavors (5-10 minutes).
6. 6.Add cooked pasta (al dente) to the skillet; toss to coat.
7. 7.Top with fresh herb garnish and serve.
8. 8.Enjoy!