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Unveiling the Ultimate Comfort Food: Your New Go-To Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta Recipe

Unveiling the Ultimate Comfort Food: Your New Go-To Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta Recipe
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This Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta is a rich, flavorful comfort food that’s perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner. With a luscious tomato cream sauce, garlic, and herbs, it’s done in under 30 minutes and full of Italian-inspired flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 8 garlic cloves, minced

  • 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 4 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 cup dry white wine

  • 1 tsp white sugar

  • 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste

  • 2 cups heavy cream (or alternative milk, 1:1 swap)

  • 1 tbsp flour

  • ½ cup chopped parsley

  • 8 oz (225 g) rigatoni pasta, cooked al dente

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • Salt & black pepper, to taste

  • Freshly grated Parmesan, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Knife & cutting board

  • Large pan

  • Small bowl (for flour slurry)

  • Whisk or spoon

Instructions

  • Prep Ingredients:

    • Mince garlic and halve cherry tomatoes.

  • Sauté Garlic:

    • Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

    • Add minced garlic and ½ tsp salt, sauté until golden and fragrant (about 5 minutes).

  • Cook Tomatoes:

    • Add cherry tomatoes and another ½ tsp salt.

    • Sauté 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes soften and release their juices.

  • Deglaze Pan & Add Flavorings:

    • Pour in white wine, simmer for 5 minutes.

    • Stir in chili flakes (if using) and tomato paste.

  • Add Cream & Thicken:

    • Pour in heavy cream.

    • In a small bowl, whisk flour with 2 tbsp water to make a slurry, then slowly stir into sauce.

    • Cook 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens.

  • Season & Combine:

    • Stir in parsley, smoked paprika, garlic powder, sugar, salt, and pepper.

    • Add cooked rigatoni, toss to coat, keeping pasta al dente.

  • Finish & Serve:

    • Let pasta simmer in sauce for 5 minutes.

    • Remove from heat, cover, and rest for 5 minutes.

    • Garnish with Parmesan, extra parsley, and black pepper before serving.

Notes

  • Cream Options: Use half-and-half or whole milk for a lighter version.

  • Add Protein: Grilled chicken, shrimp, or sausage work beautifully.

  • Extra Flavor: Roast cherry tomatoes first for a sweeter, more intense flavor.

  • Storage: Keeps in the fridge up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid curdling the cream.

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