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Cristina Camorani Conventello House & Aut
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Creamy Tomato Rigatoni

Cultural Context

Creamy Tomato Rigatoni is a beloved dish in Italy, often enjoyed as a comforting family meal. The combination of rich tomato sauce and creamy elements reflects the Italian tradition of balancing flavors and textures. This dish has gained popularity worldwide, with many variations incorporating different vegetables or proteins, making it a versatile favorite.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
600 g mezze penne
2 red bell peppers
2 yellow bell peppers
2 pints red cherry tomatoes
2 pints yellow cherry tomatoes
2 red onions
1 shallot
1/2 head garlic
abundant basil
abundant parsley
oil
salt
pepper
100 g parmesan cheese
100 g pecorino romano
abundant fresh basil
abundant parsley

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: no-name brand canned tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can offer better flavor in season.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

1

Cook the mezze penne according to package instructions until al dente.

2

In a large pan, heat oil and sauté the chopped red onions and shallot until translucent.

3

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

4

Stir in the chopped red and yellow bell peppers, and cook until softened.

5

Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to burst.

6

Season with salt and pepper, and mix in the abundant basil and parsley.

7

Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce and toss well.

8

For the crumble, mix the parmesan and pecorino with abundant basil and parsley until crumbly.

9

Serve the pasta topped with the crumble.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluten
Local Name: Rigatoni al pomodoro cremoso

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