Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni: A Cozy Weeknight Delight
Indulge in a comforting bowl of creamy Italian sausage rigatoni, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat-lover
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the Italian sausage. Cook until browned.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Mix well.
- Add the cooked rigatoni to the sauce and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, use hot Italian sausage.
- Can be made ahead and reheated for later meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni, comforting pasta, weeknight dinner