Learn to make creamy tomato pasta, an Italian classic with a modern twist.

Creamy Tomato Pasta

What could be more delightful than a plate of spaghetti with tomato sauce? This creamy tomato pasta, inspired by Cesare Battisti from Ratanà in Milan, captures the heart of Italian recipes while adding a touch of originality. The secret lies in the quality of ingredients and a unique twist that maintains the essence of the classic recipe.

The fresh tomato basil sauce is enhanced with the fragrance of lemon zest, transforming into a smooth and velvety sauce that perfectly envelops the rigatoni. Adding a piece of butter at the end ensures optimal creaminess without the need for cream. The smoked note from tomato peel powder balances the sweetness of cherry tomatoes, offering a harmonious and flavorful dish prepared in the time it takes to cook the pasta.

Easy, quick, and accessible to everyone, this creamy tomato pasta plays with tradition to bring the true heart of Italian cuisine to your table.

Ingredients

• 400g rigatoni pasta
• 500g cherry tomatoes
• 1 clove garlic
• Fresh basil leaves
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 20g butter
• Tomato peel powder (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente.
2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté the garlic until golden.
3. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they soften.
4. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
5. Remove the garlic and blend the sauce until smooth.
6. Return the sauce to the pan, add the butter, and stir until creamy.
7. Drain the pasta and mix with the sauce.
8. Garnish with fresh basil and tomato peel powder before serving.

Total Time: 30 min

Cuisine: Italian

Don’t miss these tasty variations of fresh tomato spaghetti:

• Pasta allo scarpariello
• Spaghetti with three tomatoes
• Square spaghetti with fresh sauce and mozzarella
• Spaghetti with tomato and caramelized onions
• Spaghetti with fresh tomatoes, basil, and stracciatella