Penne Al'arrabiata (pasta With A Tomato And Chilli Sauce)

Penne Al'arrabiata (pasta With A Tomato And Chilli Sauce)
  • Author: BBC Food

This flavorful and spicy pasta dish is a true delight for those who enjoy a kick in their meal. The combination of hot chillies, garlic, and fresh basil cooked in extra virgin olive oil creates a deliciously fragrant base for the tomato sauce. Simmered to perfection, the sauce pairs beautifully with al dente penne pasta, providing a satisfying and comforting meal. Top it off with shavings of parmesan cheese for a finishing touch that takes this dish to the next level.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 medium hot chillies, finely sliced
  • 2 garlic
  • handful basil
  • 600g/1lb 5oz canned chopped tomato
  • , to taste salt
  • 400g/14oz fresh penne
  • shavings (or similar vegetarian hard cheese), to serve parmesan

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a frying pan. Add the chilli and garlic to the pan. After about a minute, add the basil leaves and gently wilt them in the flavoured oil.
  • Remove the garlic, basil and chilli from the pan and set aside. Add the chopped tomatoes to the frying pan.
  • Put the garlic, basil and chilli back in the pan with the tomatoes. Simmer for at least 10 minutes, until the sauce has thickened a little. Add salt to taste.
  • Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the packet instructions in large saucepan of boiling, salted water until al dente.
  • Drain the pasta and the tomato sauce to it. Serve with shavings of parmesan.

Comments

No comments found.

Cook Time

30M

Prep Time

PT30M

Yield

Makes 4