In the vast culinary landscape, a dish that intertwines flavors, textures, and history emerges as a delightful symphony for the taste buds. Rigatoni with sun-dried tomatoes is an Italian masterpiece that embodies the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. This article takes you on a delectable journey through the world of rigatoni, where sun-kissed tomatoes infuse pasta with a vibrant tapestry of flavors and aromas. Discover the secrets of creating a dish that pays homage to tradition while allowing for personal culinary exploration.
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RIGATONI WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO AND FENNEL SAUCE
This recipe was posted in The Costco Connection September 2009 edition and is from Fine Cooking magazine. Awesome. Wonderful recipe! Excellent flavor combinations with the fennel and sun dried tomatoes, and super tasty. No need for Parmesan cheese on this pasta!
Provided by DeidreJane
Categories European
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a 10- to 11- inch straight sided saute pan over medium heat. Add the fennel and garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the fennel starts to soften and brown, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in 1 cup water and the cream, low-salt chicken broth, sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer briskly uncovered, until the tomatoes are plump and soft, about 15 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the Pernod if using. Let cool slightly, then puree in a blender until smooth. Wipe out the skillet, return the sauce to the skillet, season to taste with salt and keep hot.
- Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Cook the rigatoni until just barely al dente, 1-2 minutes less than the package instructions. Drain well and return to the pot. Add the sauce and toss over medium-low heat for a minute or two so the pasta finishes cooking and absorbs some of the sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 740.8, Fat 35.5, SaturatedFat 16.3, Cholesterol 177.3, Sodium 100.4, Carbohydrate 87.8, Fiber 5, Sugar 2.3, Protein 19.4
RIGATONI WITH SPICY SUN-DRIED TOMATO SAUCE
Provided by Jennifer Parisi
Categories Olive Pasta Tomato Appetizer Sauté Vegetarian Quick & Easy Feta Parmesan Basil Bon Appétit California Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta in large pot of rapidly boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, heat oil reserved from sun-dried tomatoes in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add sun-dried tomatoes, ready-cut tomatoes and their liquid and olives and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 4 minutes. Mix basil and both cheeses and stir until cheeses melt. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove sauce from heat.
- Drain pasta. Add to skillet; toss to coat with sauce. Transfer to bowl; serve.
RIGATONI WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
Pasta tossed in a light tomato cream sauce with a mild peppery tang. If sundried tomatoes are hard to find in your grocery store, you can substitute a can of petite diced tomatoes in olive oil.
Provided by LexingtonMom
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oil and 2 T. butter in large pan. Cook onions, garlic, and chiles in butter until onions wilt.
- Add prosciutto and cook for 1 minute, then add zucchini and cook another minute.
- Add plain tomatoes (with juice) and simmer for 10 minutes. In the meantime, cook rigatoni according to box directions.
- Drain pasta and replace in large pan, coating with remaining 2 T. butter (or more).
- To saucepan, add salt, pepper, cheese, cream, sundried tomatos, and red pepper.
- When sauce is hot, pour over pasta and toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.4, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 99.6, Sodium 290.6, Carbohydrate 64.6, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 6.1, Protein 13.8
Tips:
- To save time, use store-bought sun-dried tomatoes. If using dried tomatoes, rehydrate them in hot water for 15 minutes before using.
- If you don't have rigatoni, you can use another type of pasta, such as penne or ziti.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little bit of heat.
- Garnish the pasta with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
- Serve the pasta with a side of crusty bread or garlic bread.
Conclusion:
Rigatoni with Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta recipe, give this one a try!
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