Rigatoni with Ricotta & Tomato
Rigatoni with Ricotta & Tomato
30 minutes total
- Classic Blue Box
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Fall Recipes
- Garlic
- Gatherings
- No Meat
- Short
- Summer Recipes
- Tomatoes
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
In this dish, rigatoni pasta is combined with a creamy ricotta tomato sauce, and topped with freshly torn basil.
A specialty of Abruzzo, the region located in central Italy, this Rigatoni with Tomato and Ricotta brings to life Abruzzo's famous aromatic style tomato sauce (or sugo). Paired al dente Barilla® Rigatoni pasta, this classic dish is simple and affordable without needing to sacrifice flavor. The fresh ricotta cheese elevates this meal and adds a creamy richness to the sauce.
Ingredients
Serves 8
| 1 | Box Barilla® Rigatoni pasta |
| 4 | Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided |
| 1 | Small yellow onion, chopped |
| 2 | Cloves garlic, minced |
| 1 | 28-Oz can “San Marzano” chopped tomatoes |
| 1 | Cup fresh ricotta cheese |
| ½ | Cup Romano cheese, grated |
| 6 | Leaves basil, torn |
| To taste | Salt and black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to boil; cook pasta according to package directions.
Step 2
Meanwhile, in a skillet sauté onion with half the olive oil for 3 minutes over medium heat, when it turns translucent add garlic and one minute later add tomatoes with 1 cup of water.
Step 3
Bring to a boil then simmer for ten minutes.
Step 4
Add ricotta, salt and pepper and simmer for five more minutes.
Step 5
Drain pasta and toss with sauce for one minute.
Step 6
Turn heat off. Before serving stir in Romano and basil; drizzle with remaining olive oil.
Rigatoni
Rigatoni, inspired by “riga” (ridges), is one of Italy’s most beloved shapes. Born in Rome, this classic pasta was the muse for the famous Italian director, Federico Fellini, who created television commercials in Italy for Barilla in 1985.
Barilla® Rigatoni is made with non-GMO ingredients. For more information, please read our position.
- Shape Rigatoni
- Cook time 12–13 mins
- Pack size 16 oz.
- Range Classic Blue Box