Rigatoni with Marinara Sauce: An Italo-Brazilian Delight

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Master Receita Solta

Rigatoni with Marinara Sauce: An Italo-Brazilian Delight
Prep Time20 min
Cook Time30 min
Servings4 servings
DifficultyEASY
Calories555 kcal

Resumo para quem tem pressa

"The rigatoni with sugo sauce brings wide, ridged pasta tubes cooked al dente tossed in a traditional peeled tomato sauce simmered in olive oil with garlic and onion. A classic Italian-Brazilian dish finished with basil."

Rigatoni with Marinara Sauce: An Italo-Brazilian Delight

O Que Você Precisa Saber

- The outer ridges and wide cavity of the rigatoni retain the full-bodied sauce in every bite. - The gentle 20-minute simmer reduces the crushed peeled tomatoes, concentrating natural sugars and color. - The generous olive oil over medium heat emulsifies the aromatic sauté, providing shine and silkiness.

Ingredients

Main Course

  • 400g of rigatoni
  • 500g canned peeled tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons of olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Grated parmesan cheese to taste
  • Fresh basil to taste

Instructions

Main Course

1

In a large pot, boil salted water and cook the rigatoni according to the package instructions until al dente.

2

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion until soft.

3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute, being careful not to burn it.

4

Incorpore os tomates pelados à frigideira, amassando-os levemente com a colher de pau.

5

Season with salt and black pepper, let it cook over low heat for approximately 20 minutes until the sauce thickens.

6

Drain the rigatoni and reserve some of the cooking water.

7

Add the rigatoni to the tomato sauce, mixing well, and if necessary, add a little of the cooking water to loosen the sauce.

8

Desligue o fogo e finalize com manjericão fresco e queijo parmesão ralado.

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Chef Tips

- Mash the whole peeled tomatoes with the back of a wooden spoon directly in the pan for a rustic texture. - Add salt and black pepper only after 10 minutes of boiling so as not to oversalt the concentrated sauce. - Add the fresh basil leaves only after turning off the heat so they don't wilt or lose their aroma.

Variations

- Add 1 teaspoon of dried oregano and a pinch of red pepper flakes to the initial sauté. - Mix cubes of fresh mozzarella cheese into the very hot pasta so they melt into strands in the served dish. - Add 1/2 cup of pitted chopped Chilean black olives to the tomato sauce during the final minutes.

Substitutions

- Rigatoni can be replaced by tortiglioni, penne rigate, or conchiglione pasta of durum wheat. - Canned peeled tomatoes can be replaced with 600g of fresh ripe Italian tomatoes without skin. - Extra virgin olive oil can be replaced by sunflower oil with 1 tablespoon of butter for sautéing.

How to Store

Store the rigatoni with the sauce in a closed container in the refrigerator for up to 4 consecutive days. To reheat on the stove, place in a pan with 3 tablespoons of water over low heat with a lid for 5 minutes, returning the velvety texture to the sauce.

Can You Freeze It?

Plain tomato sauce freezes perfectly for up to 90 days in airtight containers in the freezer. Avoid freezing the rigatoni already mixed with the sauce, as the pasta absorbs moisture and loses the al dente consistency upon thawing.

What to Serve With

Sirva fumegante acompanhado de fatias de pão italiano crocante para aproveitar o molho, queijo parmesão e salada verde. Combina perfeitamente com taças de vinho tinto seco tipo Merlot ou suco de uva integral.

Frequently Asked Questions

Qual a diferença entre rigatoni e penne?

O rigatoni tem corte reto perpendicular nas pontas e diâmetro mais largo, enquanto o penne tem corte diagonal chanfrado.

How to remove the acidity from tomato sauce without using sugar?

Cook the sauce over low heat for longer or add a thick slice of carrot during boiling.

Can I blend the tomato sauce in the blender to make it smooth?

Yes, you can; blend the peeled tomatoes before pouring into the skillet if you prefer a smooth passata-like consistency.

How much salt should be added to the rigatoni cooking water?

The recommended proportion is about 10g of salt for every liter of boiling water and 100g of dry pasta.

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