Rigatoni with Pesto Creamy Sauce Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 44 minutes
🥣 Servings: 2
🍽️ Yield: Varies
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of rigatoni pasta bathed in a luscious pesto creamy sauce, a culinary masterpiece ready to tantalize your taste buds. This recipe combines the richness of mozzarella cheese with the freshness of tomatoes and the nuttiness of walnuts, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups rigatoni pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic flakes
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 2 teaspoons dry basil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon parsley
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 948.3
- Fat: 82.2g
- Saturated Fat: 23.9g
- Cholesterol: 133mg
- Sodium: 1321mg
- Carbohydrates: 41.6g
- Fiber: 5.2g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 17.4g
Instructions:
| Phase | Steps |
|---|---|
| Pesto Sauce | 1. Microwave 4 tablespoons of olive oil on high for 2 minutes uncovered. |
| 2. Add garlic and microwave on medium for 2 minutes uncovered. | |
| 3. Stir in tomatoes, chili flakes, oregano, basil, and black pepper. Mix well. | |
| 4. Microwave on high for 4 minutes covered. Allow standing time of 2 minutes. | |
| 5. Cool the mixture and then blend walnuts to a powder. | |
| 6. Add the cooked tomato mixture and blend again until smooth. | |
| 7. Microwave the mixture with cream, milk, and salt for 4 minutes uncovered. | |
| Pasta Cooking | 1. In a deep glass dish, microwave water with 1 tablespoon of oil on high for 5 minutes uncovered. |
| 2. Place a wooden spoon in the glass dish to prevent boiling over. | |
| 3. Add rigatoni, mix well, and microwave on high for 11 minutes uncovered. Stir once in between. | |
| 4. Add salt and microwave for an additional 2 minutes. | |
| 5. Drain off excess water, rinse pasta with cold water, and drain again. Set aside. | |
| Serving | 1. Microwave the pesto creamy sauce along with the cooked rigatoni on medium-high for 4 minutes uncovered. |
| 2. Serve hot, garnished with grated mozzarella cheese, chopped tomatoes, and chopped cilantro. | |
| 3. Accompany with soup for a complete and satisfying meal. |
Enjoy your flavorful Rigatoni with Pesto Creamy Sauce!
This recipe promises a culinary journey filled with aromatic herbs, creamy textures, and delightful nuances, making it perfect for a cozy dinner at home or a special gathering with loved ones. Indulge in every forkful and savor the harmony of flavors that this dish brings to your palate.
