Name: Quick Rigatoni Pasta Pomodoro
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3/4 – 1 pound rigatoni pasta; 2 pounds Campari tomatoes, halved; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2-3 garlic cloves, sliced thin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional; 8-10 fresh torn basil leaves; 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving; Drizzle of olive oil, to finish

Description

This Quick Rigatoni Pasta Pomodoro, with its roots in Italy, is a classic pasta dish known for its fresh ingredients and bold flavors.

Ingredients

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3/4 – 1 pound rigatoni pasta
2 pounds Campari tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
2–3 garlic cloves, sliced thin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
8–10 fresh torn basil leaves
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Drizzle of olive oil, to finish

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Instructions

In a deep saucepan, heat up the olive oil.
Add the garlic and crushed red pepper. Sauté for a minute to infuse the oil.
Add the tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.
Let the tomatoes sauté for a few minutes before covering and allow to simmer and break down for about 5 minutes. If you prefer, remove the skin as the tomatoes are simmering.
Cook the pasta to al dente.
To finish the sauce, crush the tomatoes with the back of a fork to your desired texture.
Pour in a ladle full of pasta water, then add the al dente pasta directly from the pot into the sauce.
Add in the fresh basil, reserving some for garnish, and Parmesan cheese. Toss to coat.
Plate the pasta. Garnish with more fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Drizzle with a touch of olive oil. Serve immediately.
ENJOY!

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Equipment

All-Purpose Sauté Pan

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Notes

Use ripe Campari tomatoes for the best flavor and texture in the sauce.
Infuse the olive oil with garlic and red pepper flakes to enhance the sauce’s aroma and flavor.
Simmer the tomatoes just until they start to break down to maintain a chunky texture.
Try to time the sauce and cooking the pasta to al dente. If using a quicker cooking pasta, drop the pasta after the tomatoes have simmered.
Toss the pasta directly into the sauce to ensure it’s evenly coated and infused with flavor.
Finish the dish with a drizzle of high-quality olive oil for added richness and depth of flavor.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner, Pasta
Method: Easy
Cuisine: American, Italian