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Spicy Comfort Food

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A creamy, spicy tomato pasta dish that feels like a warm hug. Perfectly balanced heat with rich cream and parmesan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 580 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Deep Skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb rigatoni pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup tomato paste
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

Instructions
 

  • Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  • Sauté onion in olive oil until soft. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 1 minute.
  • Add tomato paste and cook, stirring frequently, for 3-5 minutes until it darkens in color.
  • Lower heat, stir in heavy cream until smooth. Add drained pasta and parmesan, tossing to coat. Add pasta water if too thick.

Notes

Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 16gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Creamy Spicy Pasta, Spicy Comfort Food, Spicy Rigatoni Recipe
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