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Chickpea Penne Arrabbiata

This pasta recipe is an italian staple that uses san marzano tomatoes, chili flakes, garlic and romano cheese.
30 mins or less
Legumes
Vegetarian
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Prep time
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Cook time
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Serves
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Chickpea Penne Arrabbiata
Catelli Chickpea Penne

Ingredients

  • 1 box (250g) Catelli® Chickpea Penne
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, sliced as thin as you can
  • 1 28-oz can San Marzano tomatoes
  • Tablespoon Italian parsley, chopped
  • ½ cup Romano cheese, grated [optional]
  • Calabrian spicy pepper or red pepper flakes to taste
  • Sea salt to taste

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil; cook pasta according to package directions.

Step 2

Meanwhile, in a skillet gently infuse garlic with 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. When it starts frying add red pepper and soon after tomatoes and ½ cup of hot water.

Step 3

Season with salt and bring to simmer; cook for 10-12 minutes.

Step 4

Drain pasta and toss with sauce over high heat.

Step 5

Turn off heat, finish with parsley, cheese and drizzle remaining olive oil before serving.