Door bell rings and I run with a smile to open as I expect my hubby home from office at 7 pm. As he step in and smell the aromatic flavor of cooked sauce in olive oil, I wait to see a cute smile on his face that makes me so happy. Ahh! I blossom. I love Arrabiata sauce with Penne but I was short with them so used Spiral, which I found in my pantry was enough to serve 2 for dinner
Ingredients:
Fresh tomatoes – 6 (medium size)
Tomato paste – 2 tbsp (for color)
Garlic clove – 5 (finely minced)
Basil – 1 tbsp chopped
Onion – 1 (diced))
Sugar – 1 tsp
Italian oregano seasoning – 1 tsp
Chili flakes – 1 tsp
Pepper – 1 tsp
Olive oil – 2 tbsp
Pasta of your choice – 250 gms.
Method:
Cook pasta per instructions on the pack.
In a deep skillet add 1 tbsp oil. Cook garlic and onion. Taking care not to burn garlic. Add tomatoes & chopped basil; saute for 3-5 mins.
Transfer above to a blender and blend to form puree.
In same skillet add 1 tbsp of oil. Add blended puree, tomato paste, Italian oregano seasoning, chili flakes, pepper & sugar. Cook for few mins
Arrabiata Sauce is ready.
Add generous portion of pasta in a plate and top with hot sauce. 
Tip: If not calorie concious, add some fresh cream to above sauce and bring to boil to make it a creamy sauce and garnish with parmesan cheese.
Happy cookings; Enjoy eating!
