Description
This Spicy Penne Arrabbiata with Fresh Basil and Olive Oil is a delightful dish that combines the warmth of chili flakes with the freshness of basil, creating a perfect harmony of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
12 ounces penne pasta
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic
minced
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
Salt
to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
to taste
1 cup fresh basil leaves
chopped
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional
for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red chili flakes, sautéing until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes and season with salt and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes to thicken.
- Add the cooked penne to the sauce and toss to combine. Stir in the fresh basil leaves.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For an extra kick, increase the amount of red chili flakes. Fresh basil enhances the flavor, so don’t skip it!
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (~1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Spicy Penne Arrabbiata, pasta, chili flakes, fresh basil, olive oil, Italian recipe