Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni: A Cozy Indulgence at Home
A comforting and delicious dish combining the rich flavors of creamy sauce and Italian sausage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook Italian sausage until browned.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Combine the cooked rigatoni with the sauce and mix well.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Feel free to add sautéed vegetables for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni, Pasta, Comfort Food