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Spicy Arrabbiata One-Pot Pasta

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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 1-2 teaspoons red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar optional, to balance acidity
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium; cook garlic and pepper flakes 1-2 minutes until fragrant and just turning golden, watching carefully.
  2. Add tomatoes, broth, oregano, salt, pepper, and optional sugar; stir and bring to a boil.
  3. Stir penne into sauce, keeping mostly submerged.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 12-15 minutes, stirring every few minutes to prevent sticking, until pasta is tender and most liquid absorbed.
  5. Add a splash of water or broth if sauce thickens before pasta cooks; simmer uncovered a few extra minutes if too thin.
  6. Off heat, stir in fresh basil; adjust salt and pepper flakes to taste.
  7. Serve immediately with plenty of Parmesan and a drizzle of good olive oil if desired.