Creamy Sausage Rigatoni: Comfort Food in 30 Minutes

Creamy Sausage Rigatoni is a quick and satisfying weeknight meal bursting with flavor.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 650

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

1 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing sausage
15 oz Italian Sausage Crumble before cooking
1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk
4 cloves Garlic Minced
1 tsp Italian Seasoning Or substitute with herbs de Provence
15 oz Tomato Sauce Use marinara or tomato pasta sauce
Salt To taste
Coarsely Ground Black Pepper To taste
Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat

For the Pasta

8 oz Rigatoni Can substitute with penne, monitor cooking times
1 cup Chicken Broth Can use vegetable broth for vegetarian version

For the Greens

5 oz Fresh Spinach Can substitute with kale

Equipment

large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add 15 ounces of crumbled Italian sausage to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until browned.
Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Add 8 ounces of uncooked rigatoni, 1 cup of chicken broth, 1 cup of heavy cream, and 15 ounces of tomato sauce; stir well.
Bring to a gentle boil; reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Fold in 5 ounces of fresh spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Season with salt, coarsely ground black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Enjoy the creamy sausage rigatoni fresh for best flavor and texture.

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