Penne Arrabiatta

Spice up your weeknight dinner with this fiery and flavor-packed Penne Arrabiata recipe! Made with hearty penne pasta, a bold tomato sauce infused with garlic and red chili flakes, and topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this Italian classic guarantees a satisfying kick in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a perfect combination of simplicity and bold flavors, ideal for a quick yet impressive meal. The rich crushed tomato base is balanced by aromatic olive oil and just the right amount of heat, while an optional dusting of Parmesan cheese adds a creamy finish. Serve it piping hot to enjoy the vibrant, comforting flavors that make Penne Arrabiata a timeless favorite in Italian cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams penne pasta
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Finely chop the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Add the red chili flakes to the skillet and stir for an additional 30 seconds to release their flavor.

Step 5

Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and stir well. Lower the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper. If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta cooking water to adjust the consistency.

Step 7

Add the cooked penne to the skillet, tossing it in the sauce until well-coated.

Step 8

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the pasta. Stir gently to combine.

Step 9

Serve the Penne Arrabiata hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(919.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2129.9

Total Fat 62.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 44.6mg	0%
Sodium 3564.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 323.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 16.8g
Protein 74.1g	0%

Vitamin D 10.7IU	0%
Calcium 737.1mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 2317.2mg	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: 26.2%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 60.1%