Spicy Arrabbiata
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ingredients
- 6 servings pasta
- 1 cup pasta water
- 25 fresh garlic cloves
- 32 oz cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup parmesan, freshly grated
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 shallot, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper, to taste
- olive oil
Method
Step 1
1. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Season with salt and boil 6 servings of pasta. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water for later.
Step 2
2. In a large, wide pan on medium heat, add olive oil, garlic, tomato paste and shallots. Stir and cook for a few minutes until fragrant. Add the tomatoes, salt, pepper and crushed red pepper. Tip: poke a hole through each tomato with a knife tip before cooking to help burst the tomatoes and release its juices easier.
Step 3
3. Cover and simmer on medium-low heat for 25-30 minutes until most of the tomatoes burst and the garlic is soft in texture. Stir frequently.
Step 4
4. Add the tomato mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Return the sauce back to the pan. Add pasta water, heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Whisk together until combined. Tip: after whisking the final ingredients together, if you find the sauce is thicker than your preference, add a little more water or even a tablespoon of butter to thin it out. If you prefer your sauce thicker, simmer down the sauce and an additional tablespoon of Parmesan cheese. These tips are true for any homemade pasta sauce recipe.
Step 5
5. Add pasta to the sauce and mix. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.