Gluten-Free Arrabbiata Pasta

Ingredients

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• 1 lb Gluten-free rice pasta Shop
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic, thinly sliced
• 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes (or more, to taste) Shop
• 1 can (28 oz) Crushed tomatoes Shop
• 1/4 cup gluten-free vegetable broth Shop
• 1 tsp Dried oregano Shop
• 1/2 tsp Salt, or to taste
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper, or to taste
• 2 tbsp Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1 Cook the Gluten-free rice pasta according to package directions until al dente, which typically takes about 8-12 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water, and set aside.
2. 2 While the pasta cooks, heat the Olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced Garlic and Red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn it.
3. 3 Pour in the Crushed tomatoes and gluten-free vegetable broth, then stir in the Dried oregano, Salt, and Black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for at least 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
4. 4 Add the cooked Gluten-free rice pasta to the arrabbiata sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
5. 5 Serve the Gluten-Free Arrabbiata Pasta immediately, garnished generously with fresh chopped Basil. This dish is best enjoyed hot, with its vibrant colors and aromatic steam promising a delicious meal.

Nutrition (per serving)

Tips & Notes

• Cook the garlic and red pepper flakes gently until the garlic is just golden. Arrabbiata's heat comes from the chili-infused oil.
• Cook the rice pasta a minute short of al dente and finish it in the sauce with a splash of the reserved pasta water so it absorbs the flavor.
• Rice pasta firms up as it cools. Serve the arrabbiata right away and loosen leftovers with a little water when reheating.

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