Description
Savor the warmth of our comforting Sausage Rigatoni, a delightful dish that combines savory Italian sausage with creamy sauce and vibrant rigatoni pasta. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is sure to create lasting memories around the table. With rich flavors and a dash of nostalgia, every bite is a celebration of home-cooked goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes (canned)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Rigatoni: Boil salted water in a large pot, add rigatoni, and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown Italian sausage for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- 3. Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add diced tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 4. Incorporate Cream & Cheese: Lower heat and mix in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- 5. Toss Pasta: Add cooked rigatoni to the sauce, gently folding to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 6. Finish with Herbs: Stir in chopped basil before serving. Enjoy hot with extra cheese if desired!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg