Ingredients
– 1 pound (approximately 450 grams) penne rigate
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 3 cloves garlic
– 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjustable to taste)
– 1 28-ounce can (about 800 grams) whole tomatoes or 1 ½ cups (around 240 grams) fresh chopped tomatoes
– 2 tablespoons tomato paste
– 6 fresh chopped basil leaves
– 1/2 cup (about 50 grams) grated parmesan or pecorino cheese
– 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1-First Step: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2-Second Step: Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
3-Third Step: Add red chili flakes to the pan, stirring for 30 seconds to release their heat.
4-Fourth Step: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, season with salt and black pepper, then simmer the sauce on low heat for 10-15 minutes to develop flavors.
5-Fifth Step: Optional – add fresh parsley for added freshness and stir.
6-Final Step: Toss the cooked penne pasta with the sauce until well coated. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Last Step:
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🌶️ Adjust the crushed red pepper flakes to control spiciness.
🧀 Use fresh parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture.
🥩 Customize by adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or vegetables for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Boiling, sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked pasta with sauce
- Calories: 488
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 456mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 76g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 6mg