Pasta with Tomato & Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Name: Pasta with Tomato & Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American

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@bribehindthebowl Brianna Navarra

Red Gold Tomatoes

Recipe Intro From bribehindthebowl

This creamy tomato and roasted red pepper sauce is rich, flavorful, and incredibly versatile—perfect for pasta night and beyond. Made with Red Gold® Whole Peeled Tomatoes, smoky red pepper, and a splash of cream, this velvety sauce clings beautifully to rigatoni and pairs well with burrata, parmesan, or fresh herbs. Even better? It doubles as a pizza sauce, soup base, or sandwich spread.

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Prep time: 10mins

Cook time: 15mins

Serves or Makes: 4 servings

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ingredients

1 (14.5 ounce) can Red Gold® Whole Peeled Tomatoes, drained
1 roasted red bell pepper (or ⅓ cup canned roasted red pepper), peeled and deseeded
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove (roasted or fresh)
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons heavy cream
12 ounces rigatoni pasta
Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Fresh grated Parmesan cheese or burrata, for serving (optional)

Method

Step 1
In a blender, combine the Red Gold® Whole Peeled Tomatoes, roasted red pepper, olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
Step 2
Pour the blended sauce into a skillet or saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the heavy cream and cook for another 1–2 minutes until the sauce is warmed through and slightly thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 3
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Step 4
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce. Stir to coat, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to loosen the sauce.
Step 5
Serve the pasta in bowls and top with burrata or freshly grated Parmesan, if using. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley and a drizzle of olive oil for a glossy finish.
Step 6
This dish is creamy, comforting, and full of depth thanks to the roasted red pepper and high-quality tomatoes. Leftover sauce can also be used for pizza, dipping, or as a flavorful base for soups and sandwiches.