Linguini Puttanesca

2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 clove of garlic, chopped
6 anchovy fillets, chopped
1 35 oz can imported italian plum tomatoes, crushed with their juices
1 tablespoon capers
12 gaetta olives, pitted
1/2 teaspoon of oregano
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pound linguini pasta

Serves 4

1.      Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium high heat. Add garlic and anchovy, cook until garlic is lightly browned.

2.      Crush tomatoes and add with juices. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, then reduce to a simmer.

3.      Add capers, olives, oregano, black pepper, and 1/2 cup of water. Cook at a simmer for 20 minutes.

4.      While the sauce is cooking bring a pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the linguini and cook uncovered over high heat until al dente.

5.      Drain pasta, toss with sauce and serve.