Spicy Penne Arrabbiata

Ingredients

  • 1 pound penne rigate
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • One 28-ounce can chopped tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish
  • Shaved fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and cook according to the package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water.

2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Add the garlic and cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, salt, crushed red pepper, Italian seasoning and black pepper. Bring to a boil, and cook 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, and stir in the 1/4 cup chopped basil.

3. Stir the cooked pasta and reserved pasta water into the tomato mixture. Garnish with the Parmigiano-Reggiano and additional basil, if desired, and serve warm.