Silky Pasta with Tomato, Garlic, and Cream - Cook with Carla

Ingredients

• 8 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon flour
• ½ cup chopped parsley
• 8 oz rigatoni pasta, cooked al dente
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Freshly grated Parmesan (optional)