RIGATONI WITH RED PEPPERS AND ROASTED GARLIC-TOMATO CREAM SAUCE

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Categories     Pasta     Roast     Dinner

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients for Pasta:
3 cups Rigatoni Pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup pre-cooked kielbasa sausage (thinly sliced)
1 red pepper (julienned)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese plus 1 extra tablespoon for topping
handful basil leaves (chopped)
Ingredients for Sauce:
1 28oz can whole peeled tomatoes
1 large vine-ripened tomato (large chop)
6 cloves garlic (smashed)
1 medium yellow onion(large chop)
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 tablespoon white sugar
1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
handful basil leaves

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees. In a large mixing bowl, add 1 can of whole peeled tomatoes and 3/4 of liquid inside. Crush tomatoes gently in your hands. Then smash six cloves of garlic with blunt end of your knife and toss into bowl. Peel one yellow onion and cut into large chunks before adding to bowl. Next, chop one vine-ripened tomato into large chunks and toss into bowl. Then add 1/2 cup olive oil and season with 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Add 1/2 tablespoon sugar, and 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, and mix well until all ingredients are coated with oil. Then pour into large roasting pan and roast in 425 degree oven for about 45-50 minutes or until slightly charred. In the meantime, bring about six to seven cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Season liberally with salt (about 3 to 4 teaspoons). Add 3 cups of rigatoni pasta and boil for about 10-12 minutes or until al dente. While pasta is boiling, thinly slice kielbasa sausage (about 1 cup), and 1 red bell pepper and set aside. Then drain cooked pasta in a colander and drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside. Once tomato sauce has roasted, transfer ingredients to a blender or food processor and add a handful of basil leaves. Process until smooth and creamy, then reserve. In a large wok or pot, over medium high heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss in sliced red peppers, season with a pinch of salt, and cook for three to five minutes before adding kielbasa. Toss well and cook until peppers have softened and kielbasa has browned. Then add pasta and toss well before folding in the roasted garlic-tomato sauce. Add 1/4 cup grated parmesan and toss, then sprinkle one extra tablespoon parmesan and a handful of chopped basil over the top. Serve immediately.

Victor max
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This dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. I probably wouldn't make it again.


Sanjeeda Akhtar
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I wasn't a huge fan of this dish. The sauce was a bit too creamy for my taste and the roasted garlic and red peppers didn't really add much flavor.


Isaac Sesay
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This was a great weeknight meal. It was easy to make and the whole family loved it. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation.


Pasan Sandeep
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's because I used a spicier variety of red peppers. Otherwise, it was a great dish and I would definitely make it again.


Aurora Francisco
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I'm not usually a fan of creamy tomato sauces, but this one was surprisingly good. The roasted garlic and red peppers really helped to balance out the flavors. I'd definitely make this again.


Bridghit Mueni
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This dish was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious. The roasted garlic and red peppers added a really nice depth of flavor to the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Mark McCormick
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This recipe is a winner! I loved the combination of flavors and the creamy tomato sauce was to die for. I'll definitely be making this again.


Eddy Kizz
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Wow, this was amazing! The roasted garlic and red peppers really took the flavor of this dish to the next level. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rose Burdic
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover roasted garlic and red peppers. I also love that it's a one-pot meal, so there's less cleanup involved. Definitely a keeper!


Ali Xial
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The roasted garlic and red peppers add a really nice touch to the creamy tomato sauce. I usually serve it with a side of crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.


Mavia Mavia
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I especially liked the roasted garlic and tomato cream sauce. It was so flavorful and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Meg Smith
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The combination of flavors in this dish was incredible. The roasted garlic and red peppers really elevated the tomato cream sauce. I loved the slight smokiness from the roasted garlic and the sweetness from the peppers. I'll definitely be making this


Dawn Haefele
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This rigatoni dish was a hit with my family! The roasted garlic and red peppers added a lovely depth of flavor to the creamy tomato sauce. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, and the whole dish came together beautifully. I'll definitely be makin


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