Homemade Spaghetti Sauce Recipe - Spaghetti alla Puttanesca 🍝

anchovies

🥗Healthier: canned tuna

💰Cheaper: sardines

Canned tuna provides a similar umami flavor while being more accessible.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: kalamata olives

Kalamata olives are often less expensive and add a different flavor profile.

Heat olive oil in a large deep-sided skillet over medium heat.

Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.

Add olives, capers, and anchovies. Add chili flakes if using. Break up anchovies using a wooden spatula and stir.

Add whole tomatoes with their juice and 1 tsp oregano. Break tomatoes apart with a spatula.

Bring to a simmer and cook for 20–30 minutes or longer for deeper flavor.

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