Pasta with Anchovies and Capers
Spaghetti tossed with a savory anchovy, garlic, and caper sauce, brightened with lemon and fresh parsley.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the chopped garlic, anchovies, and parsley on a cutting board.
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Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat, then stir in the salt.
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Step 3
Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente according to its package timing. Reserve 180 ml of cooking water, then drain the pasta.
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Step 4
Meanwhile, warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, anchovies, and red pepper flakes; cook until the garlic is fragrant and the anchovies dissolve into the oil.
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Step 5
Stir the capers into the skillet and cook until warmed through.
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Step 6
Add the drained spaghetti and 120 ml of the reserved cooking water. Toss over medium heat until the sauce coats the pasta, adding the remaining reserved water if needed.
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Step 7
Remove the skillet from the heat. Toss in the lemon juice, parsley, and black pepper, then serve immediately.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a covered container and use within 3 days.
Risk factors
- Boiling water and steam can cause burns.
- Hot oil may splatter if it contacts water.
- Cooked pasta should not remain at room temperature for extended periods.