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Easy tomato cream rigatoni

February 9, 2022 by Alida Ryder 37 Comments

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Need easy dinner inspiration for tonight? This easy but totally delicious tomato cream rigatoni recipe is weeknight dinner perfection.

Easy tomato cream rigatoni

Ingredients

Full recipe and amounts can be found in the recipe card from below. 

  • Rigatoni. 
  • Olive oil. 
  • Butter. 
  • Onion. 
  • Garlic. 
  • Chopped tomatoes. 
  • Cream. Coconut milk or cashew cream can be used as a vegan substitute.
  • Sugar. 
  • Salt and pepper. 
  • Basil. 
  • Parmesan. Use a vegetarian alternative, if preferred.

Easy tomato cream rigatoni

What can I add to this rigatoni recipe?

If you want to add a protein, cooked chicken, shrimp (prawns) or bacon would all be fantastic. You can also add wilted spinach, kale or cooked mushrooms to add more vegetables.

How long to cook rigatoni?

Rigatoni takes a little longer to cook than shorter pasta shapes due to its size. Bring a large pot of salted water (you want the water to be well-seasoned) to a boil then add the rigatoni. Allow to cook, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes until the pasta is al dente. To know when the pasta is cooked, carefully taste a piece of the drained pasta and if its pleasant to eat without being too firm, it’s ready. Drain the pasta, reserving a cup of cooking water, and combine with the sauce.

Serving suggestion

  • Garlic bread
  • Easy green salad with lemon Parmesan dressing

Easy tomato cream rigatoni

Easy tomato pasta recipes:

  1. Spicy tomato bacon pasta
  2. Easy cheese and tomato pasta bake
  3. Baked gnocchi with bacon, tomatoes and mozzarella
  4. Cheese and tomato baked ravioli
Easy tomato cream rigatoni

Easy tomato cream rigatoni

Need easy dinner inspiration for tonight? This easy but totally delicious tomato cream rigatoni recipe is weeknight dinner perfection.
4.46 from 261 votes
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Course: Dinner, Easy Recipe, Pasta, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Easy pasta recipe, Rigatoni, Tomato cream rigatoni
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 436kcal
Author: Alida Ryder

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1 x 400g 14oz can chopped tomatoes
  • ½ cup water
  • pinch of sugar optional
  • ½ cup whipping/heavy cream
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 500 g 1lb rigatoni, cooked (reserve 1 cup of cooking water)
  • Parmesan and basil to serve

Instructions

  • Melt together the olive oil and butter and saute the onions until soft and translucent.
  • Add the garlic and saute for another 30 seconds before adding the chopped tomatoes.
  • Pour ½ cup water into the tomato can and pour into the pot.
  • Season with sugar, salt and pepper then allow to simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Pour in the cream and allow to simmer for another 5 minutes before blending until smooth (optional).
  • Add the cooked rigatoni to the pasta sauce and stir to coat. Add some of the reserved cooking water to thin out the sauce and make it even silkier.
  • Serve topped with grated Parmesan and fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition

Calories: 436kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 198mg | Potassium: 422mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 685IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 2mg

 


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  1. Jet

    March 2, 2022 at 4:19 AM

    A wonderful light pasta, and since there are only 2 of us I have plenty of leftovers to enjoy! I used canned diced tomatos and didn’t realize there was a blender option till I got to that part, lol. Didn’t feel like pulling mine out so I left the hunks of tomato as they were and it was delicious! Thank you for a new quick and easy, light and tasty recipe!

    Reply
  2. Thembakazi Mazaleni

    October 12, 2021 at 12:51 PM

    Simple and absolutely delicious

    Reply
  3. Goddess Greer

    August 9, 2021 at 1:24 AM

    Tried it and love it! I didnt have the chopped tomatoes so I put my diced ones and some tomato sauce in my blender and it was still so good!

    Reply
  4. Nicole

    May 21, 2021 at 11:01 PM

    Parmesan is not vegetarian.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      June 6, 2021 at 2:48 PM

      Feel free to substitute with a vegetarian alternative.

      Reply
    • Brianna

      July 19, 2021 at 2:55 AM

      Parmesan can be vegetarian actually. While something like Parmigiano-Reggiano would never be, something labeled just “parmesan” can be if not made with animal enzymes (rennet) such as Good & Gather’s shredded parmesan cheese (at Target) which enzymes are microbial and not animal. Here’s a link to site with a list of a bunch of cheeses in different kinds and the brands that are vegetarian. It constantly updates as well. Hope that helps! 🙂

      https://vegetatio.com/content/joyous-living-full-vegetarian-cheese-list

      Reply
    • H

      April 27, 2022 at 3:11 PM

      You mean vegan right? Vegetarians only don’t eat meat… Vegans don’t eat biproducts of animals like cheese etc.

      Reply
  5. Shira

    May 16, 2021 at 8:02 AM

    Hi this looks great just wondering is the pound of pasta cooked or raw like should I cook one pound of pasta or a half a pound

    Thanks

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 18, 2021 at 2:44 PM

      One pound raw.

      Reply
  6. Emma

    August 12, 2020 at 6:47 AM

    Hello, your recipe method says ‘add the Rigatoni to the pasta’. I’m confused, I thought the Rigatoni was the pasta?
    Regards, Emma.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      August 16, 2020 at 2:13 PM

      Oh gosh, I’ve amended the recipe. It should be “add rigatoni to the pasta sauce” 🙂

      Reply
  7. Felicia

    June 23, 2020 at 9:26 PM

    If you add spinach, at what point should you add it??

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      June 26, 2020 at 5:06 PM

      I would add it to the sauce after blending if you want the texture. Otherwise add it just before blending.

      Reply
  8. Peggie du Preez

    April 14, 2020 at 1:35 PM

    Super easy and sooo delicious!! Definitely one to keep for the books. Really loved it!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 14, 2020 at 2:15 PM

      Thanks so much for your comment. 🙂

      Reply
  9. Sophie

    March 9, 2020 at 11:58 PM

    Maybe a stupid question but is the pasta 500 grams before or after cooking?

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      March 11, 2020 at 10:07 AM

      Before.

      Reply
  10. Kelsey

    February 14, 2020 at 11:58 PM

    Could you add Italian sausage to this recipe?!?! Planning on making tonight! Looks so amazing

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      February 19, 2020 at 5:28 PM

      Definitely!

      Reply
  11. Katie Cassidy

    June 16, 2018 at 12:51 AM

    Could I chop up fresh tomatoes, or is is important to use canned ones? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      June 22, 2018 at 9:00 AM

      The canned tomatoes are much richer in colour and flavour I have found unless you have perfectly ripe tomatoes. You’ll have to remove the tomato skins as well. 🙂

      Reply
  12. Christina Shoemaker

    April 4, 2018 at 4:45 PM

    I can’t remember the last time I had rigatoni and now you have me craving it! This looks sensational! Creamy and simple too! YUM!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 9, 2018 at 11:34 AM

      Thanks so much Christina!

      Reply
  13. Annemarie @ justalittlebitofbacon

    April 4, 2018 at 4:42 PM

    I love pantry dinners! They are a great way to come up with something new and easy. And I certainly won’t judge you for making that yummy looking pasta over and over again. 🙂

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 9, 2018 at 11:34 AM

      Haha, thanks! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Neriz @ food and journeys

    April 4, 2018 at 4:35 PM

    I just watched your video and it ‘urged’ me check my pantry/refrigerator. Yep, I got everything in there — making this one for dinner tonight. Really quick and looks absolutely good. I just need to open a bottle of red to go with it. 🙂

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 9, 2018 at 11:34 AM

      Hope you loved it!

      Reply
  15. Jill

    April 4, 2018 at 3:54 PM

    Tomato sauce with cream is SO good. Great video too!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 4, 2018 at 3:59 PM

      Thanks so much Jill!

      Reply
  16. Lisa

    April 4, 2018 at 3:49 PM

    An easy weeknight dinner – and your photos are gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      April 4, 2018 at 4:00 PM

      Thanks so much Lisa!

      Reply
  17. Ami

    October 28, 2017 at 11:53 AM

    Really good

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      October 29, 2017 at 3:47 PM

      So glad you liked it.

      Reply
  18. Susana

    October 24, 2017 at 8:17 PM

    Hello, Alida.

    Ohh. My tummy is grumbling from looking at your pictures. It looks so mouthwatering. I will definitely try to cook that creamy pumpkin pasta with crispy bacon. Have a great day!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      October 25, 2017 at 2:26 PM

      Hope you enjoy it Susana!

      Reply
  19. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

    October 23, 2017 at 6:24 PM

    Such a deliciously easy weeknight meal Alida! My whole family would love it!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      October 24, 2017 at 4:16 PM

      Thanks Mary Ann!

      Reply

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