Rigatoni Pasta recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsStarling Restaurant and BarRigatoni Pasta Recipe

Rigatoni Pasta Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

marinara sauce or butter & parmesan

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Ingredients

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Pasta and Sauce

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a separate saucepan, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat until warmed through. If using butter and parmesan, melt the butter in the saucepan and remove from heat, then stir in the parmesan cheese until melted.

  3. 3

    Combine

    Toss the cooked rigatoni pasta with the marinara sauce or the butter and parmesan mixture. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired.

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