Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni: A Cozy Indulgence for Dinner
A rich and delightful pasta dish that combines the flavors of Italian sausage with a creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add cooked rigatoni to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt to taste and serve garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a simple salad and garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg