Ingredients

  • 1 lb rigatoni pasta (Cavatappi or small shells work well also)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fine grated lemon, rind of
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated good quality parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 lemon, juice of

Method

  • Cook pasta according to directions; drain, rinse and set aside.
  • Heat oil in large saucepan over low heat, add garlic and saute 30 seconds; do not brown.
  • Add lemon peel and cream, bring to a simmer and cook 6 to 8 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  • Add tomatoes, parmesan cheese, parsley and cooked pasta.
  • Stir well and season with salt& pepper.
  • Squeeze lemon juice over all and mix well.
  • Serving size for for main course.