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Creamy Sausage Rigatoni

Indulge in this creamy and flavorful rigatoni dish featuring Italian sausage and a dreamy sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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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: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 1 lb Italian sausage
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Garnishes
  • Parmesan cheese for serving
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
  4. Toss in the Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned and cooked through.
  5. Stir in the tomato sauce and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet, tossing to combine and heat through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3-4 days or freeze for up to two months. When reheating, add a splash of milk or cream to restore creaminess.