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Easy Pasta Arrabiata

Pasta Arrabiata is a classic! It's healthy, easy to make, and the fiery tomato sauce will please all the spice lovers out there.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 344 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 large cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 (13.5 fluid ounce) cans finely chopped tomatoes with juices (see note)
  • 1 teaspoon (packed) brown sugar optional
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounces uncooked penne

Instructions

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  1. Add the oil to a medium-sized pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Once the oil is hot, add the garlic and let it cook for a minute or so (watch it closely and don't let it brown).
  3. Stir in the red pepper flakes, tomatoes, and sugar (if using, see note). Reduce the heat and let it simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes.
  4. While the sauce is simmering, boil a large, salted pot of water for your pasta. Cook it al dente according to package directions.
  5. Season the sauce with salt & pepper as needed. I added a fair bit of salt. 
  6. Drain the pasta and toss with the sauce (you can add a little pasta water too if you wish). Top with freshly grated parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • This recipe only contains a few ingredients, so make sure you're buying good quality tomatoes and olive oil for it. I used Mutti brand finely chopped tomatoes and Carapelli Oro Verde Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Please see the explanation in my post on what kind of tomatoes to use if you can't find the exact brand I used - it can make or break the recipe.
  • Wondering why there's sugar in here? It takes the acidic edge off the tomatoes and gives this recipe more of a restaurant-quality taste. You can omit it if you prefer.
  • You can add some fresh chopped/torn basil a few minutes prior to serving if you wish.
  • Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Salt & Lavender makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

Nutrition Information

Calories 344kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 52g (17%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 286mg (12%) Potassium 505mg (14%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 372IU (7%) Vitamin C 19mg (21%) Calcium 75mg (8%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 344

% Daily Value*

Calories 344kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 52g 17%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 286mg 12%
Potassium 505mg 11%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 372IU 7%
Vitamin C 19mg 21%
Calcium 75mg 8%
Iron 3mg 17%

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