Penne Arrabbiata
Recipe developed by Diana from Little Sunny Kitchen
Total Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Servings: 4
Recipe developed by Diana from Little Sunny Kitchen
Total Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Servings: 4
Penne Arrabbiata is a simple and delicious Italian pasta dish that you can make in just 20 minutes! Penne all’arrabbiata is an Italian dish made with penne pasta and spicy Arrabbiata sauce, then served with grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil. “Arrabbiata” translates into “angry,” so Penne Arrabbiata means angry pasta, refering to the spiciness of the chili peppers used to make the sauce.
STEP ONE
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat oil, tomato paste, garlic, pepper flakes, paprika, and salt, while stirring occasionally. Cook for 6-7 minutes or until you get a deep red colored sauce.
STEP TWO
Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer, breaking the tomatoes down with a wooden spoon as they cook. Keep cooking, stirring occasionally until thickened, about 10 minutes.
STEP THREE
In the meantime, cook the penne in salted water according to the package instructions until just “al dente.” Reserve pasta water in case you need to use it later.
STEP FOUR
Drain the cooked pasta, and add it to the tomato sauce. If needed, adjust the consistency by adding reserved pasta water.
STEP FIVE
Add the parmesan or pecorino romano cheese, and stir a few times until it melts.
STEP SIX
Garnish with chopped basil and/or parsley leaves, serve warm with extra parmesan cheese.