Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni: A Cozy Indulgence for Dinner
A delicious and comforting pasta dish that combines creamy sauce with Italian sausage for a perfect dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat-based
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rigatoni
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook Italian sausage until browned.
- Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning; cook for another minute.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until combined.
- Add cooked rigatoni to the skillet; toss to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 58 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni, pasta, dinner, comfort food