Penne with Black Olive Sauce
Experience the bold, Mediterranean flavors of Penne with Black Olive Sauce, a quick and satisfying pasta dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner. This recipe combines al dente penne pasta with a savory sauce made from briny black olives, garlic, anchovies, and capers, all brought together with a touch of red chili flakes for subtle heat. The addition of fresh parsley and a generous sprinkling of parmesan cheese adds balance and brightness to each bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy yet flavorful dish delivers restaurant-quality taste right in your own kitchen. Perfectly suited for fans of Italian cuisine, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite for its simplicity and irresistible richness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams penne pasta
- 150 grams black olives
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 2 units anchovy fillets
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 50 grams parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 liter water
Instructions
Bring 1 liter of salted water to a boil in a large pot.
Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
In the meantime, finely chop the black olives, garlic cloves, anchovy fillets, and fresh parsley. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil, followed by the chopped garlic and anchovies. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and the anchovies start to break down.
Add the chopped black olives, capers, and red chili flakes to the skillet. Stir well and cook for another 4-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Pour in 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water to create a slightly saucy consistency. Stir and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
Add the cooked penne to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. Adjust the consistency with more reserved pasta water if needed.
Remove the skillet from heat. Season with black pepper and additional salt if needed.
Garnish with chopped parsley and freshly grated parmesan cheese before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your Penne with Black Olive Sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.8 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 13 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1012 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.1 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 82 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
