Penne Arrabbiata: The Best Spicy Comfort Food You’ll Love
Penne Arrabbiata is a classic Italian pasta dish known for its spicy tomato sauce, offering a delightful blend of heat and flavor.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Boiling and sauteing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and add salt and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce and mix well.
- Stir in fresh basil and top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of red wine to the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 65 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 5 milligrams
Keywords: Penne Arrabbiata, spicy pasta, Italian cuisine