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Vegan Penne Arrabbiata with Smoked Tempeh Bacon

This tasty Vegan Penne Arrabbiata is a family favorite that we veganized as soon as we started our plant-based journey. Hope you'll enjoy is as much as we do!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 packet Smoky Bacon Tempeh
  • 1 Onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes
  • 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Liquid Smoke
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
For serving
  • 1 bag Penne Pasta
  • 1 tbs Vegan Parmesan
  • Fresh Parsley (Optional)

Method
 

  1. Start by boiling the water for the pasta.
  2. Cut the smoky tempeh bacon in 1/2 inch wide pieces. Add it to a frying pan on medium heat. Stir to evenly brown the tempeh.
  3. Peel and cut the onion and peel and press the garlic. Once the tempeh looks evenly browned, add the onion and garlic to the pan. Stir. Lower heat to medium-low.
  4. When the onion is cooked soft and almost translucent, add the crushed tomatoes. Stir.
  5. Add the spices and stir. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add the pasta to the water once it's boiling. Cook according to the instructions on the package.
  7. Lower the temperature for the sauce to low, while you wait for the pasta to get done. Stir occasionally.
  8. Serve with fresh parsley and the shredded vegan Parmesan. Enjoy!

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Notes

We like to double the recipe because it makes for such great and flavorful leftovers. Perfect for a quick and tasty lunch. Enjoy!