Description
Easy Creamy Sausage Rigatoni is a delightful dish that combines perfectly cooked rigatoni pasta with savory Italian sausage in a rich, creamy sauce. This recipe transforms any ordinary meal into a special occasion, delivering comforting flavors and simple preparation that is sure to impress family and friends. With each bite, enjoy the velvety texture of the sauce coating the pasta, complemented by the depth of flavor from the sausage. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Add your favorite vegetables for an extra nutritional boost or serve it alongside garlic bread for a complete meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until crumbled and cooked through. Remove excess fat if necessary.
- 3. Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- 4. Pour in crushed tomatoes and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 5. Reduce heat, add heavy cream along with oregano and red pepper flakes if desired; stir well.
- 6. Mix in cooked rigatoni, ensuring all pasta is coated with sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7. Garnish with fresh basil and grated Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 85mg