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Penne Arrabiata

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Penne Arrabiata for toddlers is an easy, delicious and nutritious Italian-inspired meal. Perfect for picky eaters, this dish is packed with flavour and takes minutes to prepare. With just a few simple ingredients, Penne Arrabiata for toddlers is sure to become a staple in any family’s weekly meal plan. With its zesty spiciness and comforting tomato sauce, this simple dish is sure to please even the most discerning of young eaters! For more toddler-friendly recipes from Australia, visit Toddler Recipes Australia today.

General Information:

Calories: 500 calories
Servings: 4 servings
Cooking time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

250g penne pasta
200g tomato passata
2 tablespoons of olive oil
3 cloves of garlic
1 fresh red chili
2 fresh basil leaves

Instructions:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
While the water is boiling, chop the garlic and chili as small as you can to avoid choking hazards.
Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions.
In a large skillet, add the olive oil and garlic and cook until the garlic is fragrant.
Add the chili to the skillet, stir and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Add the tomato passata, stir and cook for 5 minutes.
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and stir for 2 minutes.
Add the basil leaves and stir through for 1 minute.
Serve the Penne Arrabiata and be careful not to burn your tongue!

Q: What did the Italian chef say when he made the perfect Penne Arrabiata?

A: “Al Dente!”