Get ready to elevate pasta night with Chef Joe Sasto’s incredible Baked Rigatoni recipe! This decadent dish, crafted at Gozney’s exclusive Proof Supper Club LA event, takes comfort food to a whole new level. Known for his inventive, Italian-inspired flavors, Chef Sasto brings together creamy cheeses, rich tomato sauce, and perfectly baked rigatoni in a dish that’s as indulgent as it is satisfying. Whether you’re hosting a cozy dinner party or just craving something extra special, this recipe is a must-try for pasta lovers everywhere!
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Recipe Summary
5 minutes
30 minutes
8
Dinner
Recipe Ingredients
1 lb / 450g rigatoni pasta
4 tbsp olive oil
2 cups / 150g cherry tomatoes, halved and salted
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 spring onion, finely chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Salt and pepper to taste
8oz / 225g burrata cheese, torn into chunks
Sprinkle of fresh basil leaves to finish
Sprinkle of parmesan cheese, grated to finish
Recipe Directions
1. Preheat your Gozney to 430°C / 800°F, a high-low flame. Place your Braiser into the oven to preheat.
2. Bring a Dutch oven of salted water to a boil. Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
3. Carefully remove the Braiser from the oven. Add 2 tbsp of olive oil and the salted halved cherry tomatoes. Return the Braiser to the oven and roast for about 10 minutes, or until the tomatoes are blistered and slightly caramelized.
4. Once the tomatoes are blistered and beginning to take on color, add the crushed garlic and sliced spring onion. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend together.
6. Remove the Braiser from the Gozney and carefully, using an immersion / stick blender pulse to bring the sauce together. Add the cooked rigatoni to the tomato sauce. Stir until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
7. Tear over the burrata cheese evenly on top of the pasta. Place the Braiser back in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the burrata is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the pasta are golden brown.
8. Once baked, remove the Braiser from the oven. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and grated parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
