Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 8 garlic cloves, minced
02 - 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 4 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1 cup dry white wine
05 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
06 - 2 cups heavy cream
07 - 1 tablespoon flour
08 - 8 oz rigatoni pasta, cooked al dente

→ Seasonings and Garnish

09 - 1 teaspoon white sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon chili flakes
11 - ½ cup chopped parsley
12 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
14 - 1 teaspoon sugar
15 - Salt and pepper to taste
16 - Freshly grated Parmesan (optional, for serving)

# Instructions:

01 - Mince the garlic and slice the cherry tomatoes in half.
02 - Heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ½ teaspoon of salt. Sauté until golden and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
03 - Add 3 cups of cherry tomatoes and another ½ teaspoon of salt. Sauté for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
04 - Pour in 1 cup of dry white wine, letting it simmer for about 5 minutes. Stir in 1 teaspoon of chili flakes and 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, mixing everything together.
05 - Pour in 2 cups of heavy cream and stir. In a small bowl, whisk 1 tablespoon of flour with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Slowly stir this into the sauce to thicken it, cooking for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
06 - Stir in ½ cup of chopped parsley, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Add the cooked rigatoni, ensuring it remains al dente to avoid overcooking.
07 - Let the pasta simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat, cover with a lid, and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
08 - Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan, extra parsley, and a sprinkle of black pepper. Enjoy!

# Notes:

01 - This Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta Recipe is a perfect comfort food that can be prepared in under 30 minutes.
02 - The dish combines the sweetness of cherry tomatoes with the richness of heavy cream and the aromatic flavor of garlic.
03 - For best results, cook the pasta al dente as it will continue to cook slightly when added to the hot sauce.
04 - This recipe works well with other pasta shapes such as penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti if you prefer.