Penne Arrabiata

Penne Arrabiata is a quintessential and easy Italian pasta dish crowned with solid flavours. "Arrabbiata" is the Italian term that means "angry," referring to the sauce's spiciness, which gives this dish a blazing zing. This originated in the region of Lazio, specifically in Rome, and became an old-fashioned favourite of the Italians and, indeed, a favourite of those who want to spice things up in their lives. This pasta uses penne, a short, ridged tube shape of pasta that traps the sauce in perfectly with each bite so that it is full of flavour. The arrabbiata sauce has simple ingredients: tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, dried red chilli peppers, or fresh red chillies. The garlic flavours are aromatic, yet the chillies' pungent heat adds a fiery but balanced flavour profile, enhancing the tomatoes' richness. The sauce is richly smooth due to the olive oil; thus, the spicy, tangy flavours mix and merge. The sauce will simmer, so when it is done, the tomatoes break down and thicken into a concentrated, bold taste that goes hand-in-hand with the pasta. This particular Penne Arrabiata is relatively simple, meaning that it can always be prepared at any given moment, which explains its widespread use in home cooking and restaurants. It is usually served with freshly chopped parsley over the top, offering it a hint of freshness, and some variations include grated Parmesan or Pecorino to add subtle creaminess while softening the heat slightly.