Pasta penne picante (penne all'arrabbiata)

Ingredientes

• TO MAKE THE ARRABBIATA SAUCE.
• 3 tablespoons of oil
• 5 cloves of garlic chopped or minced(reduce to 3 if you want a less garlicky flavor)
• 1 tablespoon of crushed red chilli flakes
• 2 medium-sized onions sliced fine
• 4 medium-sized tomatoes diced(use a can of whole peeled tomato with the juice)
• 1 green chillies chopped fine(add more if needed)
• 1 teaspoon of thyme(optional)
• 1/ 2 teaspoon of black pepper
• Salt to season
• A pack of good quality dry penne pasta
• 1/2 cup packed basil leaves

Preparación

1. 1

   Have all the ingredients prepared to make the pasta dish ready.

2. 2

   HOW TO MAKE THE ARRABIATTA(ANGRY) SAUCE.Place a large pan over low-medium heat, pour in the oil(3 tbs), garlic(5 tbs), onions(2) and cook for 3-5 minutes until onions turn soft.

3. 3

   Add the green chillies and cook for another 2-3 minutes then add the crushed red chillies, cook over low heat for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the diced tomatoes(4)or a can of whole peeled tomatoes to the pan.

5. 5

   Continue to cook over low-medium heat while breaking down the tomatoes with a wooden spoon.

6. 6

   Add the pepper(1/2tsp), thyme(1 teaspoon)and cook over low heat. make sure you are constantly stirring and breaking down the tomato, season with salt and taste regularly while adjusting the taste to suit your need.

7. 7

   As you cook the arrabbiata sauce, use your other stove to bring a large pot of water(5 cups)seasoned with salt to boil.

8. 8

   Add the pasta to water and cook for exactly 8-9 minutes.

9. 9

   Scoop out a cup of pasta water(be careful not to burn yourself here, use a ladle if necessary)and set aside.

10. 10

    Drain pasta and set aside.

11. 11

    Once the spicy sauce is thick, add the reserved pasta water to it and cook for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

12. 12

    Add the pasta to the sauce and gently toss or combine to thoroughly coat the pasta.

13. 13

    Add the basil leaves and serve with a generous amount of parmesan cheese