Puttanesca Sauce For Garlic Lovers Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Puttanesca Sauce, a garlic lover's dream! This easy pasta sauce recipe bursts with flavor, combining the savory richness of tomatoes, olives, capers, and a generous helping of garlic. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's the perfect weeknight meal that's both quick and incredibly satisfying. Elevate your pasta night tonight!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 227.6 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Puttanesca Sauce For Garlic Lovers

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How to Make Puttanesca Sauce For Garlic Lovers

  1. Mince 8 cloves of garlic.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Add 1/2 cup of chopped olives (such as Kalamata), 2 tablespoons of capers, and 1/4 cup of chopped anchovy fillets (optional). Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Stir in 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of pesto, and 1/2 cup of chopped red bell peppers.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve the sauce over your favorite hot pasta and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

58 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

13g

Carbs

4g