Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Creamy Sausage Rigatoni, a delightful dish that brings together the rich flavors of Italian sausage, tender pasta, and a luscious creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this one-pan meal can be ready in just 30 minutes. With its vibrant colors and hearty texture, it’s a feast for both the eyes and the palate. You can easily customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the spice level to suit your family’s tastes. Say goodbye to complicated recipes; this Creamy Sausage Rigatoni is destined to become your go-to comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 15 oz Italian sausage (crumbled)
- 8 oz rigatoni (uncooked)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and crumbled sausage. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add uncooked rigatoni, chicken broth, heavy cream, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato sauce. Stir well.
- Bring to a gentle boil, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 105mg