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Spicy Penne Arrabbiata with Fresh Basil

Spicy Penne Arrabbiata with Fresh Basil

Classic Roman pasta featuring al dente penne in a fiery crushed red pepper and San Marzano tomato sauce infused with golden garlic.

Ingredients

  • 10 oz penne rigate pasta
  • 1 can (28 oz) whole San Marzano tomatoes (crushed by hand)
  • 4 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
  • 1-2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Handful fresh sweet basil leaves
  • Pecorino Romano or sea salt

Instructions

  1. Sizzle sliced garlic and red pepper flakes gently in extra virgin olive oil until fragrant.
  2. Add crushed San Marzano tomatoes and salt; simmer on medium-low for 15 minutes.
  3. Cook penne in well-salted water until firm to the bite.
  4. Transfer penne directly into arrabbiata sauce with a splash of pasta cooking water.
  5. Toss vigorously for 1 minute, tear in fresh basil, and serve with Pecorino.
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👨‍🍳 Cooking Instructions

  1. Sizzle sliced garlic and red pepper flakes gently in extra virgin olive oil until fragrant.
  2. Add crushed San Marzano tomatoes and salt; simmer on medium-low for 15 minutes.
  3. Cook penne in well-salted water until firm to the bite.
  4. Transfer penne directly into arrabbiata sauce with a splash of pasta cooking water.
  5. Toss vigorously for 1 minute, tear in fresh basil, and serve with Pecorino.

💡 Chef's Secret Cooking Tip

For maximum depth of flavor, allow aromatics to gently bloom before adding delicate proteins. Always taste and adjust seasoning just before serving.