Spicy Calabrian Chili Pasta

Spicy Calabrian Chili Pasta is a quick, flavor-packed dinner with a rich, creamy tomato sauce made with Calabrian chili paste, tomato paste, heavy cream, and Parmesan. It's ready in about 25 minutes.

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Step 1

Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente according to the package directions. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.

Step 2

Cook the aromatics: While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic and cook until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Build the sauce: Stir in the tomato paste and Calabrian chili paste. Cook, stirring frequently, until the tomato paste darkens, about 5 minutes. Pour in the white wine and simmer until reduced, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 4

Finish the sauce: Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Step 5

Combine the pasta: Add the cooked pasta and Parmesan to the pan. Toss to coat, adding the reserved pasta water a little at a time as needed until the sauce is smooth and glossy. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 6

Serve: Divide among bowls and top with additional freshly grated Parmesan, if desired.

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