SPICY SAUSAGE PENNE ALL'ARRABBIATA

Spicy Sausage Penne all'Arrabbiata image

Provided by Francine Lizotte

Categories Pasta

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can(s) (28 oz.) whole peeled tomaotes, such as san marzano
1 lb dry penne pasta, cooked and drained
3 Tbsp olive oil
3 large cloves garlic, pressed
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, or more to taste
1 c red onions, finely diced
1 c garlic sausage, cut into small pieces
1/2 tsp italian seasoning
1/4 tsp ground himalayan sea salt
1/2 Tbsp brown sugar such as demerara, or more to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
6 fresh basil leaves, chiffonade, plus more for garnish
grated grana padano cheese, for garnish

Steps:

1. In a large pot, bring salty water to a boil; add pasta and cook according to the package instruction.
2. In a large bowl, add whole tomatoes and crush with bare hands; set aside. In a large saucepan over medium, heat oil. When it starts to shimmer, add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
3. Add red onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add sausage and cook for 3 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper and sugar. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Cook for 8 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and add chopped basil; stir to combine. Drain pasta and add it to the sauce. Stir and serve; garnish with cheese and more basil.
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