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Rigatoni al Segreto (Rigatoni with Secret Sauce)

By Chef John • Italian Recipes • Cuisine?
4.79 Prep: 15m Cook: 55m
Ingredients:
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed (or more to taste)
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1 (28 ounce) can San Marzano (Italian) tomatoes, blended smooth
  • ½ cup water (to rinse out can of tomatoes)
  • 1 (8 ounce) package uncooked rigatoni pasta
  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
  • 1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for serving
Created: Sep 23, 2025 Updated: Sep 23, 2025