Penne Arrabiate Recipe
Make Penne Arrabiate Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
Fill a large pot with water and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring it to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Penne
Once the water is boiling, add the penne pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the penne pasta in a colander and set aside. Reserve some pasta water for later use.
Making the Sauce
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
- 6
Add Red Chili Flakes
Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- 7
Add Crushed Tomatoes
Pour in the crushed canned tomatoes and stir well. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
- 8
Simmer Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combining Everything
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained penne pasta directly into the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta.
- 10
Add Fresh Basil
Stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves and mix until well combined.
- 11
Adjust Consistency
If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
- 12
Serve
Serve the Penne Arrabiate hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
