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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, add the rigatoni pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Add Tomato Sauce
Pour in the tomato sauce and stir well. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add Cream (optional)
If using, stir in the heavy cream and let it heat through for another 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked rigatoni to the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. Heat everything together for another minute.
- 6
Serve
Serve the rigatoni hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil.
