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Arrabbiata

Ingredients (serves 4):

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 160g cubed pancetta

  • 400g wholemeal pasta

  • 1 onion (diced)

  • 1 pepper (sliced)

  • 1 teaspoon garlic

  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 50ml balsamic vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon caster sugar

  • 400-600g tinned tomatoes

  • 1 teaspoon thyme

  • 1 bay leaf

  • Salt

  • Pepper

  • Basil

  • Parmesan

Method:

  • In a large pan, heat the olive oil and add the pancetta and cook according to packet instructions, once cooked, remove from the pan and set aside

  • Add the onion and pepper and gently cook until soft, then add the garlic and fry until aromatic

  • Mix in the cayenne pepper, smoked paprika and seasoning then add the balsamic vinegar and sugar and stir well

  • Add the tinned tomatoes, thyme, tomato purée and bay leaf to the pan and stir well, allow the sauce to thicken for around 15 minutes on a low heat

  • While the sauce is simmering, cook your pasta according to packet instructions, once cooked, drain and add to the sauce, mixing well

  • Serve with a sprinkle of parmesan and basil

Nutritional information:

  • Energy 467 kcal

  • Fat 7g

  • Carbohydrate 64g

  • Protein 20g