Vecchio Del Capo Recipe
Make Vecchio Del Capo 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 Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions (typically about 10-12 minutes) until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water for later use.
Making Sauce
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
- 6
Add Chili Flakes and Tomatoes
Stir in the red chili flakes and halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are softened.
- 7
Add Basil and Season
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Combining Ingredients
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
- 9
Serve
Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and extra basil if desired.
