Riff, Italy (2024) Recipe
Make Riff, Italy (2024) 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
Topping
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add salt.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add penne pasta to boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 11-13 minutes, until al dente.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.
Making Sauce
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
- 6
Add Tomatoes
Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until they start to soften and release their juices.
- 7
Add Basil and Seasonings
Add chopped basil leaves, balsamic vinegar, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and let cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- 8
Combine
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce. If the mixture seems dry, add reserved pasta cooking water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- 9
Serve
Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.