Step #1 Open the cans of tuna & anchovies, reserving the oils for cooking.
Step #2 Roughly flake the tuna & chop the anchovies.
Step #3 Place pinenuts on non-stick foil wrap & grill until brown (this won't take long, so it's best to stay right next to the grill as they can burn quickly).
Step #4 Bring a large pan of water to the boil.
Step #5 Add salt & oil (if this is how you like to cook pasta - some people omit one or both of them).
Step #6 As soon you have added the pasta to the pan, start making the sauce:.
Step #7 Fry the sliced onion in the tuna & anchovy oils (using as much or as little as your personal preference) until transparent, adding the crushed garlic for about the last min.
Step #8 Add the tomatoes, tomato puree, & orange juice (if using) & let simmer for 5 mins.
Step #9 Stir through the tuna, sliced anchovies & orange zest, & cook for a further 2 - 3 mins to warm through then season to taste, with the pepper.
Step #10 Drain the pasta & toss together with the sauce.
Step #11 If using parsley, either toss through the pasta, or use as a garnish.
Step #12 As an addendum: not essential, but I find it handy spending a few seconds in checking the pasta packet for cooking time & liquid measure.
Step #13 Then, bearing in mind that once the pasta has been added to the water, it will take a few mins to return to a rolling boil again)I calculate the timings.
Step #14 The idea being that the sauce & pasta are both ready at the same time.
Step #15 Sometimes I start the sauce first, other times the pasta.
Step #16 But it's a pretty fool-proof recipe though, & if you're unsure, you can always start the sauce first & keep it warm until required - it won't spoil.
Enjoy the Pasta With Tuna, Anchovies & Pine Nuts recipe