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Creamy Spicy Vodka Rigatoni with Burrata

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A quick and comforting pasta dish featuring rigatoni in a creamy, spicy vodka sauce topped with fresh burrata cheese. Perfect for cozy dinners with a touch of heat and indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup vodka (60 ml)
  • 1 can (28 ounces / 796 grams) crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml)
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • A handful fresh basil, chopped
  • 8 ounces burrata cheese (225 grams)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil (about 4 quarts/3.8 liters). Add rigatoni and cook according to package instructions, usually 11-13 minutes, until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup (240 ml) of pasta water.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes; cook for another 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Carefully pour in vodka. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the alcohol scent diminishes and the liquid reduces slightly.
  4. Pour in crushed tomatoes, stirring to combine. Reduce heat to low and let simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Let simmer for another 3-4 minutes until sauce is creamy and smooth. Add reserved pasta water a few tablespoons at a time if sauce is too thick.
  6. Add drained rigatoni to the skillet and gently toss to coat with sauce. Heat together for 1-2 minutes to marry flavors.
  7. Divide pasta onto warm plates. Tear fresh burrata cheese over the top (about 2 ounces / 56 grams per serving) and sprinkle with chopped fresh basil.

Notes

Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce thickness. Avoid burning garlic to prevent bitterness. Fresh burrata adds a creamy texture; do not submerge it in sauce but let it melt on top. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and burrata with plant-based cheese.

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Keywords: vodka rigatoni, creamy pasta, spicy pasta, burrata, quick dinner, comfort food, easy pasta recipe

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