Description
Indulge in this rich and comforting Creamy Sausage Rigatoni recipe for a satisfying pasta dish that’s perfect for a cozy night in. The creamy sauce pairs perfectly with the savory Italian sausage, creating a hearty and delicious meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional:
- 2 cups baby spinach (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Rigatoni: Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Sear the Sausage: In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook the sausage until browned. Add onion, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Make the Sauce: Deglaze with wine, then add cream, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Add pasta and spinach to the skillet. Toss, adding reserved pasta water. Serve hot, garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try using a mix of sweet and hot Italian sausage.
- You can substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
- This dish pairs well with garlic bread or a green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
