Rigatoni Alicante
Rigatoni Alicante combines tender pasta with a rich, buttery leek and tomato sauce enhanced by dry vermouth and succulent crabmeat. This elegant dish offers a delicate balance of flavors, perfect for seafood lovers and those seeking a sophisticated yet comforting meal. Ideal for special dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large, heavy skillet over low heat.
- Add the sliced leek and cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes and stir for 1 minute.
- Increase heat to high and add the dry vermouth; boil until the liquid is reduced by one-third, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Set the sauce aside and cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the rigatoni and toss with the sauce.
- Gently fold in the cooked crabmeat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).