Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Spicy Basil Rigatoni, a creamy and satisfying pasta dish that combines the kick of red pepper flakes with the freshness of basil. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home!
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
Garnish:
- Extra Parmesan and fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook rigatoni until al dente. Reserve pasta water.
- Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic and red pepper flakes in olive oil. Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer, then add cream and Parmesan.
- Combine: Toss rigatoni in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed. Stir in fresh basil.
- Serve: Garnish with extra Parmesan and basil.
Notes
- For extra heat, add more red pepper flakes or cayenne.
- Swap heavy cream for coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
