Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta, a delightful dish perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends. This recipe blends the rich essence of garlic and fresh cherry tomatoes into a smooth, creamy sauce that clings beautifully to al dente rigatoni. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and an impressive taste, it’s bound to become a family favorite. Customize it with your choice of veggies or proteins and enjoy its versatility while savoring every creamy bite!
- 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, minced
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup white grape juice
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 8 oz rigatoni pasta, cooked al dente
- 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
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until golden.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes with salt; cook until softened.
- Pour in grape juice; simmer briefly before adding tomato paste and chili flakes.
- Stir in heavy cream and thicken the sauce with a flour slurry.
- Mix in seasonings and combine with cooked rigatoni.
- Let sit covered for flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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