Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni: An Indulgent Family Favorite
Enjoy a creamy and rich dish with this Italian Sausage Rigatoni recipe that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, stirring until well combined.
- Toss the cooked rigatoni into the sauce and mix to ensure all pasta is coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce.
- Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni