RIGATONI ALLA CASALINGA

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This hearty and satisfying rigatoni with lamb, white beans and tomatoes is a simple, home-style Italian dish. Serve with a side salad, garlic bread and a cold pino grigio wine. From the R.S.V.P. section of an April 1989 issue of Bon Appetit. It was requested from Rao's Italian Restaurant in Houston, Texas.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
6 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
1 1/2 lbs lamb shoulder, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 (28 ounce) can Italian plum tomatoes, undrained
10 ounces rigatoni pasta
1 1/2 cups drained canned cannellini beans
2 bunches arugula, torn into pieces
salt and frashly ground pepper
freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add garlic and saute 2 minutes;transfer garlic to small bowl, using slotted spoon.
  • Add lamb to pan in batches and brown well, about 10 minutes;return garlic to pan.
  • Add wine and bring to boil, scraping up any browned bits.
  • Add tomatoes with juices and bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until lamb is tender, breaking up tomatoes with spoon, about 30 minutes.
  • (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring sauce to simmer before continuing.).
  • Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking; drain well.
  • Mix pasta, beans arugala, and salt and pepper to taste into sauce and stir to heat through.
  • Transfer to large bowl and serve with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 925.2, Fat 43.7, SaturatedFat 17.3, Cholesterol 182.4, Sodium 135.8, Carbohydrate 78, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 7.3, Protein 46.9

Nelly Nelly
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I'm not a fan of mushrooms, but I love this dish. The mushrooms add a lot of flavor and depth to the sauce.


nice pujara
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Badmash Khan
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to impress your friends and family.


Mark Nicoletti
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish that's perfect for a special occasion.


Lidiya Endale
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I made this dish for my Italian grandmother and she loved it! She said it reminded her of her childhood.


Jonaid
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken or sausage. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Jam Arbaz
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's now one of my go-to pasta dishes. Thanks for sharing!


woody bfb miracles and Jesus lover
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I'm not a huge fan of pasta, but this dish changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I'll definitely be making it again.


Lusikelelo Cetyiwe
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. The combination of flavors is just perfect. I always make a double batch so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


Leah Mwangi
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I've never made rigatoni alla casalinga before, but this recipe made it so easy. It turned out perfectly and my family loved it.


Ahmad Sultan
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This dish is so comforting and satisfying. It's perfect for a cold winter night. I highly recommend it.


Ziniko Sotyantya
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add some chopped spinach and mushrooms.


RN Rony
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing!


MD Tasib
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.


Rock vibes
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The flavors were rich and complex, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.