Spaghetti malafemmina: Spaghetti Bad-Girl-Style
8 Anchovies Fillets with Capers
1 Pound Spaghetti
3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
Crushed Red Pepper
Salt & Pepper
Garlic Clove
4 Plum Tomatoes
4 Ounces Mozzarella Cheese, cut into cubes
Retain the Capers and Olive Oil from the Anchovies. Cut the Fillets into quarters.
In a large stockpot, bring salted water to a boil for the pasta.
In a frying pan over medium heat, cook the Garlic in the Olive Oil until golden brown. Add the Anchovies and cook for a moment. Add the Tomatoes and simmer until the sauce has thickened slightly. Add the Capers and Crushed Red Pepper, Salt, & Pepper to taste. Cook for a few minutes more. If the sauce gets too thick, add a spoonful of the pasta water.
Cook the pasta in the boiling water until al dente. Drain and toss well with the sauce. Top with the mozzarella and serve immediately.