Best 10 Rigatoni With Chunky Vegetable Sauce Recipes

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Are you in search of a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the goodness of vegetables with the comforting texture of rigatoni pasta? Look no further than our comprehensive guide to cooking a delectable rigatoni with chunky vegetable sauce. In this article, we'll take you through the steps to create a tantalizing vegetarian delight that is sure to satisfy your taste buds and nourish your body. We'll provide you with tips for selecting the perfect vegetables, crafting a savory sauce, and achieving al dente perfection with the rigatoni. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

RIGATONI WITH VEGETABLE BOLOGNESE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-ounce dried porcini mushrooms
1 1/2 cups hot water
3 carrots, peeled and chopped
1 onion, peeled and chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves
1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 ounces assorted mushrooms (like shiitake, cremini, and brown), stemmed and chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup red wine
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
1 pound rigatoni pasta
1/4 cup Parmesan

Steps:

  • Place the dried mushrooms in a small bowl and cover with 1 1/2 cups very hot water. Set aside and let the mushrooms soften.
  • Place the carrots, onion, bell pepper, and garlic in a food processor. Pulse the vegetables until finely chopped but still chunky. Place the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped vegetables, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper and cook until tender, about 6 minutes. Strain the porcini mushrooms, reserving the porcini mushroom liquid. Add the porcini mushrooms, fresh mushrooms, and tomato paste and continue cooking, stirring to dissolve the tomato paste, until the mushrooms are softened, about 5 minutes. Add the porcini mushroom liquid and red wine. Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and let the mixture simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, about 10 minutes. Add mascarpone cheese and stir just until the cheese is incorporated.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid and add to the vegetable mixture. Add some of the reserved pasta cooking liquid, if necessary, to moisten the sauce. Toss with Parmesan and serve.

RIGATONI WITH CHUNKY VEGETABLE SAUCE



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Skip the heavy bolognese and opt instead for a lighter, vegetable-based sauce that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced medium
2 medium zucchini, diced medium
1/2 pound cremini or button mushrooms, trimmed and quartered
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) tomato puree
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves, coarsely chopped
1 pound rigatoni

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini and mushrooms and cook until vegetables soften slightly, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add tomato puree, season with salt and pepper, and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a rapid simmer and cook until zucchini is crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in oregano.
  • Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water; drain pasta and add to sauce, tossing to combine and adding enough pasta water to create a sauce that coats pasta. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 14 g

RIGATONI WITH VEGETABLES



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Make and share this Rigatoni With Vegetables recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 eggplant, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 lb)
3 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 cups coarsely chopped fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
2 tablespoons garlic-flavored olive oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces dried rigatoni pasta
2 cups purchased marinara sauce
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Lightly coat two 15x10 inch baking pans with cooking spray.
  • Divide eggplant, zucchini, mushrooms, and onion evenly between prepared pans.
  • Drizzle oil over vegetables.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Toss vegetables to coat; spread into an even layer.
  • Roast, uncovered, on 2 separate oven racks at 450° for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring once during roasting (move baking pan on top oven rack to bottom rack and pan on bottom rack to top rack halfway through roasting).
  • Meanwhile, cook rigatoni by following the package directions; drain and return to saucepan.
  • Lower oven temperature to 400°.
  • Add vegetables, marinara sauce, and parmesan cheese to the pasta; toss to combine.
  • Transfer to an ungreased 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with mozzarella.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and cheese browns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556.4, Fat 21, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 1195.7, Carbohydrate 71.6, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 19.8, Protein 23.9

CHUNKY VEGETABLE SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Finely chop 4 shallots, 1 carrot and 1 celery stalk. Saute in a skillet over medium heat with 2 tablespoons butter and 2 thyme sprigs, about 6 minutes. Add 1/3 cup white wine and boil until evaporated, then add 4 cups Perfect Marinara Sauce (see Cook's Note) and cook 3 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter and season with salt and pepper. Toss with pappardelle.
  • Photograph Kang Kim

RIGATONI AL SEGRETO (RIGATONI WITH SECRET SAUCE)



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This Rigatoni al Segreto recipe was the most closely guarded secret at Gino's, one of New York City's most famous Italian restaurants. When it closed, the recipe got out. But I think the amount of butter was way too low. So here's my version.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup diced onion
1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
2 cloves garlic, crushed (or more to taste)
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 (28 ounce) can San Marzano (Italian) tomatoes, blended smooth
½ cup water (to rinse out can of tomatoes)
1 (8 ounce) package uncooked rigatoni pasta
½ cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions, salt. Cook until no longer white and starting to turn translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook about 1 minute. Add chili flakes and blended tomato sauce. Bring to a simmer; adjust heat to medium to medium-low. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, for 45 to 60 minutes. Reduce heat to low.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes (5 minutes from doneness).
  • Add about 2/3 of the basil to the sauce. Stir in butter. When butter melts, add cheese in 3 increments.
  • Drain pasta; transfer to sauce. Stir until rigatoni are evenly coated with sauce. Serve sprinkled with the remaining basil and a dusting of grated cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595.9 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Cholesterol 48.1 mg, Fat 33 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 1431.4 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

FRESH RIGATONI WITH BOLOGNESE SAUCE



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Fulfill your pasta craving with a plate of delicious homemade rigatoni bolognese.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 small carrot, peeled and grated (about 3/4 cup)
1 rib celery, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 large red onion, finely chopped
1/3 pound ground beef
1/4 pound ground pork
2 cups canned peeled whole tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons heavy cream, (optional)
1 pound fresh rigatoni

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add carrot, celery, and onion; cook for two minutes. Add beef and pork; cook, stirring occasionally, until meat is nicely browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, and 1/4 cup water; season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, bring a 6-quart pot filled with water to a boil over high heat. Generously salt water and return to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, 5 to 7 minutes; drain.
  • Add heavy cream, if using, to sauce; stir to combine. Serve immediately over pasta.

THICK & CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE WITH VEGGIES (CROCK POT)



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Lots of vegetables gives this sauce a meat sauce look but isn't. I had friends come over while it was cooking and taste it a thought it was a meat sauce. I great way to get a variety of vegetables into your family without the I don't like that veggie! This freezes well so you can divide into freezer bags for future use (if it lasts). Use on pasta, in stew, bean dishes, top a pizza, or in soups. This can make this on your stove top as well.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Sauces

Time 26m

Yield 4 quarts, 20-30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 -4 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 carrot, diced
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 stalk celery, diced
1 pepper, diced
1 large eggplant, peeled and diced
1 large portabella mushroom, gills removed and diced
3 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons dried Italian herb seasoning
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
4 fresh basil leaves, roughly torn
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, roughly torn

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large deep heavy bottom pot over medium high heat.
  • Add next 7 ingredients and saute till almost tender about 10 minutes stirring frequently.
  • Transfer to a large crock pot add tomatoes, dried seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook for 5-6 hours on high stirring ever so often.
  • If it starts to stick to bottom turn to low or finish by adding the fresh herbs.
  • If you`re not around to stir cook on low till desired thickness.

RIGATONI WITH ROASTED SWEET POTATOES



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Rich and buttery cream sauce coats pasta and sweet potatoes in this impressive entree. Walnuts and wine give the dish special flavor, while sage offers just the right seasoning. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 medium onion, halved and sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups uncooked rigatoni
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes and onion in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Combine the garlic, oil, salt, sage and pepper; drizzle over vegetables and toss to coat. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, cook rigatoni according to package directions. In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in cream and wine. Bring to a gentle boil; cook for 10-12 minutes or until slightly thickened. , Drain rigatoni; place in a large bowl. Add cream sauce, vegetables and walnuts; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 626 calories, Fat 42g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 518mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CHUNKY VEGETABLE SPAGHETTI



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You can have a veggie-packed, homemade spaghetti dinner on your table in just 15 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (16 oz) spaghetti
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices (2 cups)
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced (1 cup)
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, diced (1/2 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 medium tomatoes, seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 jar (7 oz) roasted red peppers, drained, coarsely chopped
2 cups any variety tomato pasta sauce or Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce*
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh or 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
Shredded or grated Parmesan cheese, if desired

Steps:

  • Cook and drain spaghetti as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini, carrots, mushrooms, onions and garlic; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients except basil and cheese. Cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot. Stir in basil. Serve sauce over spaghetti. Sprinkle with cheese. Makes about 5 1/2 cups sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 84 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 8 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

RIGATONI WITH MEAT SAUCE



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This is the hearty pasta dish that everyone loves to eat. The rigatoni cooks right in the sauce, which not only saves you from having to wash an extra pan-it makes the pasta more flavorful.

Provided by Marge Perry

Categories     HarperCollins     Small Plates     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Pasta     Meat     Tomato     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Garlic     Beef     Ground Beef     Red Wine     Wine     One-Pot Meal

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)
1 medium carrot, peeled and finely chopped (about 1/3 cup)
1 celery stalk, finely chopped (about 1/3 cup)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
12 ounces lean ground beef (85%)
5 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry red wine, such as Cabernet Sauvignon
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes with basil
2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces), trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 1 1/4 cups)
12 ounces rigatoni pasta
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and oregano and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the beef and garlic and cook, breaking the beef into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon, until the onion and beef are lightly browned, 9 to 10 minutes. Pour in the wine and cook until it is nearly evaporated, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and zucchini; bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, until slightly thickened, 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the rigatoni, salt, pepper, and 3 cups water; bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, until the sauce is somewhat thickened, about 18 minutes. Add 1 cup water and continue cooking until the pasta is tender, 9 to 10 minutes more.
  • Serve the rigatoni topped with the Romano and basil.

Tips:

  • Prep your vegetables in advance: To save time during cooking, chop and dice all of your vegetables before you start cooking.
  • Use a large pot: This will ensure that you have enough space to cook the vegetables and pasta without overcrowding the pot.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Al dente pasta is the perfect texture for this dish.
  • Add the vegetables to the sauce in stages: This will help to prevent them from becoming overcooked.
  • Season the sauce to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Serve the pasta with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese: This will add a delicious finishing touch to the dish.

Conclusion:

This Rigatoni with Chunky Vegetable Sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. The combination of hearty pasta, flavorful vegetables, and rich sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even better. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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