Spicy Vodka Rigatoni with Burrata
Spicy Vodka Rigatoni with Burrata is a creamy, flavorful pasta dish that blends spicy tomato sauce with rich burrata cheese. This vibrant recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting dinner at home. Every bite offers a delightful combination of textures and tastes, making it an instant favorite for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 28 oz canned San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Cook the rigatoni: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook rigatoni until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- 2. Sauté garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3. Simmer sauce: Add San Marzano tomatoes to the skillet, crushing them gently. Simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- 4. Add cream: Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream until well combined, achieving a beautiful orange color.
- 5. Combine: Toss cooked rigatoni into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- 6. Serve: Plate the rigatoni topped with burrata cheese and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Customize by adding sautéed veggies like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your taste. For added depth of flavor, consider using fresh herbs like thyme or oregano.