The perfect weeknight meal made in less than 30 minutes! This creamy and spicy sauce is easy as 123.
1 8oz Box Rotini Pasta, cooked and drained – I used Gluten Free
1 T Olive Oil
1 T Butter
1 Shallot, finely chopped
2 Cloves Garlic, minced
1/4 Tomato Paste
1 tsp Calabrian Chilis, minced ( you can use more or less depending on your spice preference)
1 C Heavy Cream
1/2 C Pecorino Romano, finely grated
1 tsp Lemon Zest
Salt and Pepper
Fresh Basil for garnish (optional)
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil
Add pasta and cook 1-2 minutes less than box directions
Heat olive oil and butter in large sauté pan on medium low heat
Add chopped shallot and coat in olive oil mixture
Cook for 1 minute
Add garlic and stir until combined
Cook 1 minute
Add tomato paste and chilis
Stir until thoroughly combined
Whisk in heavy cream
Bring to a slight boil
Remove from heat
Stir in cheese and lemon zest
Carefully add pasta to sauce
Gently toss until pasta is coated in sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish with fresh basil (optional)
Serve immediately and enjoy
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