INGREDIENTS
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2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
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3 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes*
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2 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
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1 1/2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary
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1 tsp chopped fresh thyme
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1 - 3 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
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1/2 tsp granulated sugar
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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1 lb rigatoni pasta
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2 Tbsp butter
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2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
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1 1/4 cups half and half
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3 oz finely shredded parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
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3 cups cooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced into small strips
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3/4 cup fresh or frozen and thawed baby peas