Arrabbiata Sauce

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Arrabbiata sauce is spicy and delicious. Ideal on penne pasta.

Submitted by Ellen
Updated on March 9, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
3 cups
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

  • 1 cup chopped onion

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans peeled and diced tomatoes

  • ⅜ cup red wine

  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

  • 1 tablespoon white sugar

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes.

    Overhead view of a pot with chopped onions and a spatula inside

  2. Stir in diced tomatoes, wine, tomato paste, sugar, basil, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, and black pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, uncovered, for about 15 minutes.

    Red sauce that has been mixed

  3. Stir in parsley. Ladle sauce over hot cooked pasta of your choice.

    Pot of red sauce with chopped up herbs on top

  4. Serve hot and enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

77 Calories
1g Fat
12g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 77
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Sodium 258mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 63mg 5%
Iron 4mg 20%
Potassium 313mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.