Conchiglie Puttanesca (Based on Sopranos’ Family Cookbook)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Conchiglie Puttanesca recipe inspired by Sopranos' Family Cookbook
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 quarts water
salt , if desired ( See Notes below )
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves , finely chopped
2 cans diced tomatoes , drained ( I used No Salt Added )
1 tablespoon fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 lb conchiglie ( medium shells pasta )
12 -15 black olives , oil-cured , pitted , halved lengthwise
1/4 cup capers , rinsed well
8 -12 anchovy fillets , drained , chopped ( I used all 12 in the flat can )
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes ( See Notes )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
460
Sugar
6g
Fat
21g
Conchiglie Puttanesca is a popular Italian pasta dish that originated in Naples. Puttanesca sauce is an amalgamation of ingredients that vary from household to household and even restaurant to restaurant. Though it's unclear how the name came about, it is often thought of as a sauce made by sex workers due to the sauce's bold and pungent flavors. This Conchiglie Puttanesca recipe is inspired by Sopranos' Family Cookbook and features a bold and tangy sauce made with diced tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies, and aromatic herbs. It's served with conchiglie, or medium shell-shaped pasta, that are perfect for trapping the savory sauce inside.

Instructions

1.Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2.In a deep-sided frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3.Add garlic and cook until fragrant but not brown, about 1 minute.
4.Add diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
5.Simmer for about 20 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
6.Add olives, capers, and anchovy fillets. Stir to combine.
7.Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente, drain.
8.Toss pasta with the sauce until coated.
9.Serve immediately.

PROS

This Italian-inspired dish is packed with flavor and can be served as a quick weeknight dinner or as a fancy weekend meal.

The sauce can be made in advance and reheated before serving.

CONS

This recipe contains anchovies which may not be liked by everyone and may not be readily available in some places.

It may not be the ideal recipe for those on low-sodium diets due to the high salt content of the capers and anchovy fillets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains heart-healthy olive oil and antioxidants from the tomatoes and olives.
The capers may help lower cholesterol levels and regulate blood sugar levels.

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