Indulgent Creamy Tomato Garlic Rigatoni Pasta

This Creamy Tomato Garlic Rigatoni Pasta is a quick, vegetarian delight that transforms your weeknight meals into something special in under 35 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 500

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Select the freshest for the best flavor.
4 cloves Garlic Finely mince for better infusion.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use high-quality for depth of flavor.
to taste teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.
½ cup Dry White Wine Can replace with vegetable broth and lemon juice.
¼ teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust according to your heat preference.
2 tablespoons Tomato Paste A critical ingredient for richness.
1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
2 tablespoons Flour Make a slurry with water before adding.

For Garnish

to taste Parsley Can substitute with basil.
to taste Parmesan Cheese Optional for serving.

For the Pasta

12 ounces Rigatoni Pasta Substitute with similar shapes like penne or ziti.
to taste Smoked Paprika Enhances flavor profile.
to taste Garlic Powder Enhances flavor profile.
to taste Pepper Enhances flavor profile.

Equipment

Large Skillet
small bowl
Spatula or tongs

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by mincing garlic and halving cherry tomatoes. Prepare all ingredients before starting the cooking process.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic and salt until fragrant.
Add halved cherry tomatoes and sauté until softened.
Deglaze the pan with white wine and let it simmer.
Stir in chili flakes, tomato paste, and heavy cream. Let simmer until creamy.
Mix flour with water to create a slurry, then whisk into the sauce until thickened.
Cook rigatoni al dente, then combine with sauce.
Serve garnished with parsley and optional Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 14gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This pasta dish is easy to customize with the addition of veggies or swapping pasta shapes to your preference. Enjoy leftovers for an even more flavorful meal the next day.

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