How did Pasta Puttanesca get its name?

[Oniokitty]

Hey there! I've been pondering something while twirling my fork in a bowl of Pasta Puttanesca—how did this delicious dish get its intriguing name? I've heard a few theories, but I'm craving the real scoop! Anyone out there with the juicy details? Let's uncover the pasta mystery together!

 

[rootme]

Pasta Puttanesca got its name because it's believed to be a quick dish that Italian "working girls" could easily make between clients. It's a flavorful sauce with tomatoes, olives, capers, and garlic—simple yet bold.

 

[Kitty]

Pasta Puttanesca is said to have gotten its name from "puttana," meaning prostitute in Italian, possibly suggesting it was a quick and easy dish favored by Italian "ladies of the night" who needed a fast meal between clients.