Gigi Hadid Pasta
A creamy, spicy tomato pasta inspired by the viral Gigi Hadid recipe, family-friendly, and ready in under 25 minutes. Silky, comforting, and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
For the Pasta
- 10 oz pasta rigatoni penne, or shells
- Salt for boiling
- 1 cup reserved pasta water use as needed
For the Sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 small shallot finely chopped
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes adjust to heat preference
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Serving
- Fresh basil or parsley chopped
- Extra Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until just shy of al dente.
- Reserve at least 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Sauté Aromatics
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and shallots. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Caramelize Tomato Paste
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2–3 minutes, allowing it to deepen in color for richer flavor.
Add Cream + Chili Flakes
- Reduce heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir until smooth and combined.
- Add red pepper flakes to taste.
Combine Pasta + Sauce
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet.
- Pour in 1/2 cup pasta water, stirring until the sauce becomes glossy and coats the pasta. Add more water as needed.
Finish with Butter + Parmesan
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Serve
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve warm.
Notes
- Start with 1 tsp chili flakes if you prefer a mild version.
- Add more pasta water for a looser sauce or let it simmer to thicken.
- You can add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Nutrition
Calories: 560kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 15gFat: 32gSodium: 410mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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