Rigatoni with Goat Cheese Sun Dried Tomatoes and Kale Recipe
Creamy, flavorful, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Rigatoni with Goat Cheese, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Kale is the ultimate comfort food with a gourmet twist. Perfectly al dente rigatoni is tossed in a velvety sauce made from tangy goat cheese and rich heavy cream, while the earthy bite of kale and the sweet, savory pop of sun-dried tomatoes add layers of vibrant flavor. This easy-to-make dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a go-to option for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan and infused with the aroma of sautéed garlic, this vegetarian pasta recipe is a delicious balance of indulgence and nourishment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Rigatoni pasta
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, julienned
- 4 cups Kale, stems removed and chopped
- 4 oz Goat cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper, freshly cracked
- 1 cup Pasta water, reserved
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Stir in the julienned sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes to release their flavor.
Add the chopped kale to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring, until the kale is wilted and tender.
Reduce the heat to low and add the crumbled goat cheese and heavy cream. Stir until the cheese melts into a creamy sauce.
Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the sauce. Gradually stir in the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.5 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.5 g | 372% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 4482 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.1 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.8 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.2 g | ||
| Protein | 92.2 g | 184% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1057 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 22.8 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 5330 mg | 113% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
