Description
Creamy Sausage Rigatoni is a quick and satisfying one-pot meal that brings the flavors of Italy to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. This delightful dish features tender rigatoni pasta enveloped in a rich and creamy tomato sauce, highlighted by savory Italian sausage and fresh spinach. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this recipe promises comfort and convenience without sacrificing taste. With minimal cleanup and customizable ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for families seeking delicious, hearty meals that can be whipped up in no time.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 15 oz Italian sausage, crumbled
- 8 oz rigatoni (uncooked)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or Herbs de Provence)
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- Salt and coarsely ground black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook crumbled sausage until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess grease.
- Add uncooked rigatoni, chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato sauce to the skillet. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute different types of sausage or greens based on availability. For added richness, adjust the amount of heavy cream as desired.