Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni: A Cozy Indulgence for Dinner
A delicious and creamy pasta dish that brings together the rich flavors of Italian sausage and cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat-based
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
- Add the Italian sausage to the skillet and cook until browned. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Reduce the heat and add the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Toss the cooked rigatoni in the skillet with the creamy sauce until well coated.
- Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
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