Description
Creamy sausage rigatoni is a comforting pasta dish made with rich sauce and savory sausage.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up as it cooks until browned.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until melted and creamy.
- Combine the cooked rigatoni with the sauce, stirring to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use spicy sausage for a kick.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- 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 sausage rigatoni, pasta, Italian dish, comfort food