Creamy Tomato Rigatoni Pasta
A comforting and delicious creamy tomato rigatoni pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners and festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream, mixing until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked rigatoni into the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For added nutrition, consider adding cooked chicken, sautéed mushrooms, or spinach. Substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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