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Ingredients
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Pasta
Butter Sauce
Tomato Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook Rigatoni
Add the rigatoni pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 10-12 minutes, until al dente.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Making Butter Sauce
- 4
Melt Butter
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- 5
- 6
Making Tomato Sauce
- 7
- 8
Add Tomatoes and Herbs
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- 9
Simmer Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 10
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Once the sauce is ready, add the drained rigatoni to the tomato sauce and toss to combine. Serve hot.