Spaghetti alla Puttanesca

* Exported from MasterCook *

Spaghetti alla Puttanesca *****

Recipe By : 60 Minute Gourmet
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :10:00
Categories : Italian Pasta

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic -- minced
1 tablespoon basil -- dried
1 teaspoon oregano -- dried
1 large tomatoes, canned
1/4 cup parsley -- fresh
1 1/2 teaspoons red peppr flakes
pepper
12 black olives, imported -- chopped
2 tablespoons capers -- chopped
1 can anchovies -- chopped

1 can clams, canned with liquid

Heat the oil in a saucepan or in a small, deep skillet, and add the garlic.
Cook briefly without browning and add the basil, oregano, tomatoes, and
parsley. Add the red pepper. Add pepper to taste and bring to a boil. Cook
about 30 minutes.
Add the olives and capers. Chop the anchovies and add to the sauce. Add the
clams. Cover and cook for about 30 more minutes.

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Suggested Wine: Marquis de Chasse, Bordeaux 1990

NOTES : I find the clams provide enough salt. Adjust for your own taste.