Arrabiata Recipe
Pasta in a spicy tomato sauce made with garlic, tomatoes, and red chili flakes.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 4
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- 5
Serve
Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve hot.
