Spicy Sofrito Spaghetti

  • Preparation Time
    Prep:
    10 min.
  • Cooking Time
    Cook:
    20 min.
  • Serves
    Serves:
    4 to 6

Recipe tags: sofrito base, easy difficulty, main, pork, stovetop

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
1 lb spaghetti
2 Tbsp olive oil
½ cup chopped Italian-style salami
½ tsp hot pepper flakes
2 Tbsp Better Than Bouillon® Sofrito Base
2 cups strained pureed tomatoes (passata)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup packed torn fresh basil leaves

Directions

  • 1

    Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking liquid; drain spaghetti.

  • 2

    Meanwhile, in large skillet set over medium-high heat, add oil. Add salami and hot pepper flakes; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes or until fat is starting to render. Stir in Culinary Collection Sofrito and cook, stirring frequently, for 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant.

  • 3

    Stir in tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 8 minutes or until slightly thickened.

  • 4

    Stir in spaghetti and reserved cooking liquid until sauce clings to pasta well. Stir in Parmesan and basil.

  • 5

    Tips: Toss in a handful of baby arugula or spinach if desired. Genoa salami, soppressata and pepperoni all work nicely in this recipe.