Penne Arribbiata

5 from 1 vote

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 50

Servings:

Penne Arrabbiata is a spicy and flavorful Italian pasta dish that has become a family favorite, especially from our time living in southern Italy. Made with simple ingredients like tomatoes, garlic, this dish is easy to make and can be customized to suit your preferences. suggest you take it easy on the Serrano peppers, gradually increase on subsequent occasions.

The name "Arrabbiata" translates to "angry" in Italian, which is fitting for a dish that packs a spicy punch. But don't worry, you can adjust the amount of Serrano peppers to your liking, so it's not too fiery for your taste buds.

Some typical remarks people make about Penne Arrabbiata include: "This pasta has the perfect amount of heat - it's not too spicy but still has a nice kick.""The flavors in this dish are so bold and delicious - I can taste the fresh ingredients in every bite.""I can't believe how easy this recipe is to make - it's become a weeknight staple in our household.""I love that I can customize the spice level in this dish to suit my preferences.""The simplicity of this dish is what makes it so great - it's just a few ingredients but they all work together perfectly.""I've never been a big fan of spicy food, but this dish has converted me - it's just so good!" "Penne Arrabbiata is one of those classic Italian dishes that everyone should know how to make.""The combination of the garlic and tomatoes in this dish is just heavenly.""This pasta is so comforting and satisfying - it's like a warm hug in a bowl.""I can't wait to make this dish for my friends and family - I know they're going to love it!"

Ingredients

medium onion chopped medium
clove garlic Minced (fresh is best)
1 ½ lbs bacon cut into 1 inch pieces
6 to 7 each Roma-tomato chopped medium to small
12 oz. Pasta, Penne about 3/4 of box
6 to 12 each Serrano peppers quantity will vary, based on hotness desired 6 mild, 12 medium hot, 18 HOT, more Volcano
1 can V-8 juice, can 11.5 oz

Instructions

Add bacon which has been sliced into 1 inch pieces to skillet, over low to medium heat.
Add cubed onions and garlic, and Serrano peppers, add when bacon is about 1/2 cooked.
Add the tomatoes to the mixture.
Add a can of V-8 juice. Mix.
Allow to simmer while cooking the pasta,
Do not overcook the pasta, Al dente's is the goal.
When done, add to the mix. Serve.

Notes

Left overs usually increase their intensity, otherwise this dish reheats well.

Nutrition - See Recipe Post for Nutrition Disclaimer