Ingredients:
6 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 cups basil, coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
6 anchovy fillets (optional)
1/2 cup black olives, pitted
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 lb spaghettini
Directions:
In a food processor 9or by hand, combine all the ingredients except the pasta.
(The sauce should remain chunky.).
Taste for seasoning, adding salt and pepper as needed.
Set aside.
Bring a large pot of water to the boil.
Add pasta and boil for 10-12 minutes or until”al dente”.
Drain, reserving 1/3 cup of pasta water.
Place spaghettini in a bowl and immediately toss with pasta water and sauce.
For those who like it, serve with extra olive oil and Parmesan cheese.
Servings: 4
Time preparation: 5 min.
Time total: 17 min.