Penne All'Arrabbiata

Penne All'Arrabbiata
  • Author: mbenza

This flavorful pasta dish is a delicious blend of aromatic herbs, rich tomatoes, and savory garlic. With a hint of heat from chili peppers and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar, every bite is a symphony of flavors. Tossed with penne pasta and topped with fresh basil and grated parmesan cheese, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings for a hearty and satisfying meal.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 3 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 3 tsp dried basil
  • 3 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 2 dried chilli peppers
  • 400g tin of cherry tomatoes in sauce
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • handful of fresh basil
  • handful of grated parmesan cheese
  • pinch of salt and black pepper to taste
  • olive oil
  • 300g penne or other short pasta

Instructions

  • Heat 2 or 3 tbsp of olive oil in a tall pan, add the dried oregano and thyme, chopped garlic and crushed chilli peppers. Fry for few minutes. Don't let the garlic turn brown.
  • Add the tin of cherry tomatoes into the pan. Simmer uncovered for about 8 minutes and let the excess water evaporate.
  • Reduce the heat, cook for another few minutes, stirring occasionally and crushing the tomatoes into the sauce.
  • Add pinch of salt and black pepper to taste. Add both dried and fresh basil; 1 tbsp of olive oil and 2 tbsp of balsamic vinegar. Stir.
  • In the meantime, cook the penne according to the packet instructions.
  • Mix the pasta with sauce and garnish with fresh basil leaves and handful of grated parmesan cheese.

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Yield

Serves 3