Pasta Curry

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• 1 pound penne rigate
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tin chopped tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon red chilli flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 6 leaves basil
• sprinkling Parmigiano-Reggiano

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add kosher salt to the boiling water, then add the pasta. Cook according to the package instructions, about 9 minutes.

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and heat until the oil starts to shimmer. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the chopped tomatoes, red chile flakes, Italian seasoning and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the chopped basil.

Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce. Garnish with Parmigiano-Reggiano flakes and more basil and serve warm.