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4.3 from 12 votes

Easy Italian Penne Arrabbiata

Penne Arrabbiata, a delicious spicy Pasta dish, a yummy tomato sauce makes this dish extra special. A family favourite.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 293 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked penne pasta (1 1/2 - 2 cups dry)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1-2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes (or as much as desired)*
  • 1 1/2 cups canned pelati (peeled) tomatoes (chopped nothing added)
  • 3 tablespoons capers (rinsed before cooking if desired)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
*If you prefer you can add chopped Italian Hot Peppers (peperoncino)

Instructions

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  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water cook pasta al dente, drain. While pasta is cooking prepare the sauce.
  2. In a large pan add the oil and minced garlic, sauté for approximately 1 minute add the hot pepper flakes, salt and tomatoes, continue to cook on low to medium until thickened, approximately 10-15 minutes.
  3. Add the capers combine, add the cooked pasta and ¼-⅓ pasta water, heat on high tossing gently and constantly until thickened and creamy (about 1-2 minutes). Top with chopped fresh parsley and freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 293kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 41g (14%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 436mg (18%) Potassium 387mg (11%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 510IU (10%) Vitamin C 15.6mg (17%) Calcium 45mg (5%) Iron 2.2mg (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 293

% Daily Value*

Calories 293kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 41g 14%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 436mg 18%
Potassium 387mg 8%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 510IU 10%
Vitamin C 15.6mg 17%
Calcium 45mg 5%
Iron 2.2mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.