Follow these steps for perfect results
extra virgin olive oil
garlic cloves
peeled and sliced
lamb shoulder
trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
dry white wine
Italian plum tomatoes
undrained
rigatoni pasta
canned cannellini beans
drained
arugula
torn into pieces
salt
pepper
freshly ground
parmesan cheese
freshly grated
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add garlic and sauté for 2 minutes; transfer garlic to a small bowl using a slotted spoon.
Add lamb to the pan in batches and brown well, about 10 minutes; return garlic to the pan.
Add white wine and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
Add Italian plum tomatoes with their juices and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer until the lamb is tender, breaking up the tomatoes with a spoon, about 30 minutes.
Cook rigatoni pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking; drain well.
Mix the cooked pasta, drained cannellini beans, arugula, salt, and pepper to taste into the lamb sauce and stir to heat through.
Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Expert advice for the best results
For a richer flavor, brown the lamb in batches.
Use high-quality Italian plum tomatoes for the best sauce.
Adjust the amount of arugula to your preference.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
The sauce can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring sauce to simmer before continuing.
Serve in a large bowl, garnished with fresh parmesan cheese and a sprig of fresh arugula.
Serve with a side of crusty bread for dipping in the sauce.
Pair with a simple green salad.
A classic Italian red wine that complements the lamb and tomato sauce.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A classic Italian family-style dish.
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