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Spicy Rigatoni Pasta

Spicy rigatoni pasta is a flavorful fusion of al dente pasta tubes, coated in a rich, spicy tomato sauce, punctuated with notes of garlic and herbs, creating a satisfyingly hearty and zesty dish.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 445 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 lb rigatoni
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp red chilies
  • 2 tbsp vodka
  • 12 oz tomato puree
  • 1 ⅓ cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp dry parsley
  • Optional Garnish: fresh herbs parmesan cheese

Instructions

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  1. Boil water in a large pot, add the rigatoni and cook until al dente, according to the package instructions. Save about 1 cup of the pasta water. Set pasta aside when cooked.
  2. In a large pan, over medium heat oil and cook onion until soft, then add the garlic and cook for another minutes.
  3. Add in the tomato paste and red chilies and cook for 2 minutes, then add vodka to deglaze, and cook until dissipated.
  4. Pour in tomato puree and cook for about 8-10 minutes until thick, stirring constantly.
  5. Incorporate the cream, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add the pasta, parmesan cheese, ½ cup of the pasta water, and dried parsley. Stir to combine and warmed through, adding more pasta water if a thinner sauce is desired.
  7. Serve warm with freshly chopped parsley, basil and/or parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 445kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 15g (75%) Polyunsaturated Fat 11g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 71mg (24%) Sodium 277mg (12%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 7g (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 445

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 445kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 15g 75%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11g 65%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 71mg 24%
Sodium 277mg 12%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 7g 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.