Description
Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta is a comforting and indulgent dish that effortlessly combines rich flavors of garlic and cherry tomatoes with a luscious creamy sauce. This delightful recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering a satisfying meal that your family and guests will adore. With the added zing of apple vinegar and a sprinkle of fresh herbs, this pasta dish stands out for its aromatic taste and creamy texture. It’s easy to prepare, making it suitable for cooks of all skill levels, and it tastes even better as leftovers, perfect for meal prepping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup dry apple vinegar
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 8 oz rigatoni pasta, cooked al dente
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon flour
- ½ cup chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mince garlic and halve cherry tomatoes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; sauté garlic until golden.
- Add cherry tomatoes and salt; cook until softened.
- Stir in apple vinegar, chili flakes, and tomato paste; simmer briefly.
- Incorporate heavy cream; mix well.
- Thicken the sauce with a flour slurry and season with herbs, spices, salt, and pepper.
- Add cooked rigatoni; stir to combine, allowing flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg