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Penne all’Arrabbiata

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time20 minsTotal Time30 mins

Penne all'Arrabbiata is a spicy pasta dish from Italian cuisine. The name "arrabbiata" means "angry" in Italian, referring to the heat of the chili peppers.

 400 g Penne pasta
 2 tsp Olive oil
 2 Garlic cloves, minced
 1 tbsp Red chili flakes
 400 g Canned whole peeled , crushed by hand or roughly chopped
 ¼ cup Fresh parsley, chopped
 Salt to taste
 Freshly ground black pepper to taste
 Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
 Freshly grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese
1

Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

2

Make the Sauce: While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chili flakes, and sauté for about 1 minute, or until the garlic is golden but not browned.

3

Add Tomatoes: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, add salt and pepper, and stir to combine. Simmer the sauce for about 10-15 minutes, or until it thickens.

4

Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.

5

Finish the Dish: Stir in the chopped parsley, and give the pasta one final toss.

6

Serve: Plate the pasta and drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil. Sprinkle with freshly grated cheese before serving.

7

Optional: For an extra touch of freshness, add some fresh basil leaves when serving.

To Serve:
8

Serve the Penne all'Arrabbiata hot, with extra chili flakes on the side for those who like it extra spicy. It pairs wonderfully with a crisp salad and a glass of Italian red wine, perhaps a Chianti, to stand up to the bold flavors.

Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

450

Amount per serving
Calories450
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g16%

Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 3mg1%
Sodium 400mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 70g26%

Dietary Fiber 5g18%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 13g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.