Penne Arrabbiata

Experience the bold and zesty flavors of Italy with this classic Penne Arrabbiata recipe. Featuring tender penne pasta coated in a fiery, garlic-infused tomato sauce, this dish is the perfect balance of heat and heartiness. Made with simple pantry staples like canned whole tomatoes, red chili flakes, and extra virgin olive oil, it’s a quick and satisfying option for weeknight dinners, ready in just 30 minutes. The sauce is simmered to perfection and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a generous shower of grated Parmesan cheese for added depth. Whether you're a spice lover or just craving a taste of authentic Italian cuisine, this easy-to-make Penne Arrabbiata will transport your taste buds to a cozy trattoria.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Penne pasta
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 800 grams Canned whole tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Peel and finely slice the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté the garlic until it is golden, but not browned, for about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the red chili flakes to the skillet and stir for 1 minute to release their flavors.

Step 5

Carefully add the canned whole tomatoes to the skillet, breaking them up with a spoon. Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 6

Let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.

Step 7

Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce.

Step 8

Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the pasta dish.

Step 9

Transfer the penne arrabbiata to serving bowls and grate Parmesan cheese over the top before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1316.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2370.0

Total Fat 88.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.8g
Cholesterol 60.5mg	0%
Sodium 3728.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 325.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.1g	0%
Total Sugars 23.4g
Protein 73.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 711.2mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 2468.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.2%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 54.5%