# Puttanesca 

By [Amanda](https://paragraph.com/@amanda-2) · 2021-12-24

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Named after the Italian ladies of the night, this sauce goes well with any type of spaghetti.

Directions

Instructions Checklist

*   Step 1
    
    Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
    
*   Step 2
    
    Heat oil in a skillet over low heat; cook garlic in oil until golden. Add sieved tomatoes, and cook 5 minutes. Stir in anchovies, tomato paste, capers, olives, and red pepper flakes. Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    
*   Step 3
    
    Toss pasta with sauce, and serve.

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*Originally published on [Amanda](https://paragraph.com/@amanda-2/puttanesca)*