TOMATO & BASIL PENNE ARRABBIATA

Spicy, tangy, and full of Italian flair, this arrabbiata pasta is a fiery classic ready in 25 minutes.

INGREDIENTS
- 300 g penne (10 oz)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (30 ml)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 red chilies, chopped
- 400 g canned tomatoes (14 oz)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves (handful)

STEP-BY-STEP COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
- Cook penne until al dente.
- Heat oil, sauté garlic and chili.
- Add tomatoes, simmer 10 minutes.
- Toss pasta with sauce, season.
- Garnish with basil. 

HELPFUL COOKING TIPS
1.  Use fresh chilies for vibrant heat.
2.  Simmer sauce longer for richer depth if time allows.
3.  Tear basil leaves instead of chopping to avoid bruising.
4.  Add a pinch of sugar to balance acidity.
5.  Finish with a drizzle of olive oil for silkiness

PREP & COOKING TIMES
- Prep: 5 minutes
- Cook: 20 minutes
- Total: 25 minutes

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (PER SERVING, 4 SERVINGS)
- Calories: ~390 kcal
- Protein: 11 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fat: 10 g
DIETARY TAGS
- Vegan
- Spicy
ALLERGEN INFORMATION
- Contains gluten (pasta)