How to make Pasta Arrabbiata:
Sauce: The first step is making the spicy tomato sauce! Drizzle 1/4 cup of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add in the garlic and chili red pepper flakes and cook for a minute or so. Then stir in the tomato paste, then add the tomatoes. Toss in the salt, pepper, and sugar, and simmer on low for at least 15 minutes. While your sauce is simmering, boil your pasta!
Penne: Fill a large pot with water. Season with salt and bring the water to a boil. Add the pasta to the boiling salted water and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, or until al dente. Reserve a 1/4 cup of the salted water, before removing from heat. Drain the pasta.
Garnish: Stir in the cooked penne and serve warm! Garnish with plenty of grated parmigiano reggiano and slivered basil leaves. When it comes to this pasta, you can never have enough cheese and herbs.
Can I add protein to this sauce? Absolutely! Try adding grilled shrimp, chicken, or meatballs!
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