Penne Arrabbiata aka Red sauce pasta

Ingredients

Pasta

2 cup cooked choice of pasta quinoa / whole wheat/ millet

Vegetables
  • 1 cup broccoli
  • 1 cup french beans
  • 1 cup fresh mushroom
  • 1 cup mixed bell pepper *You can also add asparagus or zucchini
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tsp celery
  • 1 tsp onion ( optional)
  • Fresh basil leaves ( optional )
  • 2 cup or more as per choice Arrabbiata sauce (Please check the detailed recipe of the sauce )
Spices & herbs
  • Himalayan salt, chilly flacks & cayenne pepper as per taste.
Garnishing
  • Sliced olives
  • Dairy-free Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  • Finger-cut the veggies.
  • Finely chop the onion, celery, & garlic.
  • Prepare the arrabbiata sauce as per the instructions; keep it aside.
  • Boil the water (1 liter or more) and add pasta to it.
  • Cook till it looks ‘al dente’ ( “to the tooth”); it should not be overcooked/ mushy.
  • Steam all the veggies, keep them firm (undercooked/ half cooked)
Preparing the fusilli pasta
  • Heat the big broad pan, dry roast the garlic, celery, and onion (optional) cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add vegetables & pasta, mix softly, add all the spices and herbs.
  • Cook for a minute.
  • Pour ready arrabbiata sauce over it, mix and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Taste the salt & pepper flavors etc.
  • Garnish with parmesan cheese, basil leaves, and sliced olives.