Easy Recipes Dinner: Indulgent Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni
Indulge in this creamy Italian sausage rigatoni that’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned.
- Add the onion and garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Mix the cooked rigatoni into the sauce and stir until well combined.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the Italian sausage with turkey sausage for a lighter option.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
Keywords: Easy Recipes Dinner, Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni