Creamy Sausage Rigatoni: Indulgent Comfort Food You’ll Love
This creamy sausage rigatoni is the ultimate comfort food, combining rich flavors and a satisfying texture that you’ll crave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rigatoni
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley 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 diced onion and garlic to the skillet, sauté until onions are translucent.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and combined.
- Toss in the cooked rigatoni, mixing well to coat.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a spicier flavor, use spicy Italian sausage.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg