Penne Arabiatta (Pasta with a Spicy Sauce)

Ingredients

 * 2 cups penne pasta
 * 1 medium-sized onion chopped
 * 2 – 3 cloves of garlic, minced
 * 1 cup chopped tomatoes
 * 1 tsp dried oregano
 * 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley
 * 1 tbsp olive oil
 * ½ tsp red chili powder
 * 1 tsp tomato paste
 * salt, to taste

Directions

 * 1) Boil penne pasta with some salt and set aside.
 * 2) Heat olive oil in a pan and add minced garlic. Saute for a few seconds till fragrant and add chopped onions.
 * 3) Cook for a few minutes on medium-low heat till onions become tender and transparent, and then add parsley, salt, chili powder and oregano.
 * 4) Cook for a minute or two and add in tomatoes and tomato paste. Cover cook till tomatoes pulp and start to form a sauce.
 * 5) Simmer on low heat for 7 – 8 minutes and toss in pasta.
 * 6) Serve warm with a spinkle to fresh parsley and grated cheese.

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