Spicy Bow Ties
Turn up the heat with Spicy Bow Ties, a vibrant and flavorful pasta dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. This easy-to-make recipe pairs tender bow-tie pasta with a spicy tomato sauce infused with garlic, red chili flakes, and aromatic oregano. With a cook time of just 30 minutes, this dish is a quick way to satisfy your cravings for bold, Italian-inspired flavors. Finished with freshly chopped basil and a generous sprinkle of parmesan cheese, it’s a comforting yet fiery meal that’s sure to impress. Serve it as a hearty main course and customize the heat level by adjusting the chili flakes to your liking. Perfect for busy families or anyone seeking a spicy twist on classic pasta!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz bow-tie pasta (farfalle)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 15 oz crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 4 quart water (for boiling pasta)
- 1 tbsp salt (for pasta water)
Instructions
Bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
Add the bow-tie pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 10-12 minutes.
While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Mix well to combine.
Add the dried oregano, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir and let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in half of the grated parmesan cheese and all of the chopped basil leaves.
Serve the Spicy Bow Ties hot, garnished with the remaining parmesan cheese. Optionally, add extra chili flakes for additional heat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1513 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.4 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 8544 mg | 371% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 284.6 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.7 g | ||
| Protein | 64.1 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 631 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2060 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
