Description
This creamy tomato rigatoni pasta recipe is the perfect comfort meal, featuring a velvety tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, cream, and parmesan. Quick and easy to make, this dish is packed with flavor and pairs well with fresh basil and a sprinkle of cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ozrigatoni pasta
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 3cloves garlic, minced
- 1small onion, diced
- 1can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- ½ cupheavy cream
- ½ cupgrated parmesan cheese
- 1 tspItalian seasoning
- ½ tspred pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt.
Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta as needed.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g