Penne All Arrabbiata Recipe

Experience the fiery delight of Penne all'Arrabbiata! This easy-to-make recipe combines spicy salami, sweet tomatoes, and fragrant garlic for a pasta dish that's bursting with flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Serve with a tossed green salad, crusty Italian garlic bread, and your favorite wine for a complete Italian feast. Get ready for a taste of Italy in under an hour!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 732.7 kcal
Protein 44g
Rating 4.8 (44 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Penne All Arrabbiata

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How to Make Penne All Arrabbiata

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
  2. While the water heats, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and sauté until softened and lightly golden, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/2 cup diced salami, and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Sauté until the salami is caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 tablespoon tomato paste, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar.
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
  7. Season the sauce generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Meanwhile, cook 1 pound of penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
  9. Add the drained pasta to the sauce along with 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water (if needed to thin the sauce).
  10. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  11. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
  12. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

50 g

Sugar

44g

Fat

37g

Carbs

36g