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Close up of rigatoni pasta with Italian sausage and creamy sauce, garnished with fresh herbs.
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Easy Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 550
A comforting and flavorful pasta dish featuring Italian sausage, creamy tomato sauce, and perfectly cooked rigatoni. This recipe is quick, easy, and sure to be a family favorite!

Ingredients

Ingredients

Instructions 

  • Cook rigatoni, reserving 1 cup pasta water.
  • Brown sausage, then add onion and garlic; cook until softened.
  • Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, and red pepper flakes (optional). Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan; season with salt and pepper.
  • Add rigatoni to sauce, adding pasta water if needed.
  • Serve garnished with basil and Parmesan.

Notes

For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $18
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Sausage

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 30g | Sodium: 800mg