Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta
Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta is the perfect dish for any occasion, combining the comforting flavors of garlic and tomatoes with a rich, creamy sauce that clings beautifully to tender rigatoni. This recipe is quick and easy, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or a cozy dinner with family and friends. The balance of fresh cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fragrant herbs creates a mouthwatering experience that will leave everyone wanting more. Plus, it’s customizable—feel free to add your favorite vegetables or proteins to make it truly your own.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 garlic cloves
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup dry apple vinegar
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 8 oz rigatoni pasta
- ½ cup chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mince the garlic and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté garlic until golden.
- Add cherry tomatoes and salt; cook until softened.
- Pour in apple vinegar; simmer briefly before adding chili flakes and tomato paste.
- Stir in heavy cream; thicken with a flour slurry.
- Mix in parsley, smoked paprika, and cooked rigatoni.
- Let simmer together for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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