Tomato Rigatoni

Tomato Rigatoni

This light pasta is deliciously simple and a cinch to make—just four main ingredients!

Ingredients (serve 4):

• 1 (300-gram) pack rigatoni
• 500 grams ripe tomatoes
• 1 large onion
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• water
• 1/2 cup fresh basil, chiffonade
• Parmesan cheese and extra basil, to garnish
• Grilled vegetables like eggplant, zucchini and red bell pepper (optional)

Preparation:

1. Cook rigatoni according to package directions; set aside.






2. Puree tomatoes with 1 large onion.

3. Simmer the pureed mixture with tomato sauce for about 10 minutes. Add water to prevent it from drying out. Season as needed. Add fresh basil; turn off the heat. Toss in cooked rigatoni.

4. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and basil to serve. You may also add strips of grilled vegetables to the dish for a deeper flavor and sweetness.