Italian Whole Wheat Spaghetti alla Puttanesca

Ingredients

• 350 grams whole wheat spaghetti
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 red chili pepper, diced
• 2 cans of peeled tomatoes
• 100 grams black olives, pitted
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 1 bunch of fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 anchovy fillets, chopped (optional)
•  Olive oil
•  Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1 Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to the instructions on the package. Tip: Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water for extra flavor!
2. 2 Meanwhile, heat some olive oil in a large pan and add the garlic and red chili pepper. Let this cook for a few minutes over medium heat.
3. 3 Add the peeled tomatoes, olives, capers, and anchovies (if using) to the pan. Let this simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
4. 4 Drain the spaghetti and add it to the pan. Mix well so that the spaghetti is fully coated with the sauce.
5. 5 Season with salt and pepper and garnish with the fresh parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy!