Spicy Arrabiata Penne
Penne rigate tossed in a spicy tomato and garlic sauce with basil and Parmigiano-Reggiano.
- 30 min
- 500 kcal
- Vegetarian
- Italian
- Pasta
Mellowpan tip: Ready in 30 min. A good one for a busy weeknight.

Ingredients
For 4 servings
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Steps
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Step 1:
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
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Step 2:
Add kosher salt to the boiling water, then add the penne rigate.
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Step 3:
Cook according to the package instructions, about 9 minutes.
9 min -
Step 4:
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it starts to shimmer.
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Step 5:
Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
1–2 min -
Step 6:
Add the chopped tomatoes, red chili flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Step 7:
Bring the sauce to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.
5 min -
Step 8:
Remove the skillet from the heat and add the chopped basil.
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Step 9:
Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce.
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Step 10:
Garnish with Parmigiano-Reggiano flakes and more basil, then serve warm.








