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Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni

A quick and creamy weeknight dinner featuring rigatoni pasta coated in a luscious Italian sausage sauce, perfect for the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta
Sausage
  • 1 lb Italian sausage Choose spicy sausage for extra flavor.
Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese You can add mozzarella for extra gooeyness.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Toasting the garlic enhances the flavor.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned.
  2. Toss in the minced garlic and let it cook for an additional minute.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted, creating a smooth sauce.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Toss the cooked rigatoni in the sauce until well coated.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Can also be frozen for 1-2 months. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of cream or broth to retain creaminess. Feel free to add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and nutritional benefits.