Creamy Sausage Rigatoni
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Creamy Sausage Rigatoni—a delightful pasta dish that combines savory sausage with a luscious cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this one-pan wonder comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal option for families seeking a quick yet satisfying meal. The creamy tomato sauce melds beautifully with the hearty rigatoni, while the addition of fresh spinach adds a pop of color and nutrition. Whether you’re serving it alongside garlic bread or a light salad, this recipe is sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
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
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- Salt and coarsely ground black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add crumbled Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in uncooked rigatoni, chicken broth, heavy cream, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato sauce. Mix well to coat the pasta.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then cover and simmer for 10–15 minutes until rigatoni reaches al dente.
- Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted (about 2–3 minutes).
- Adjust sauce consistency as desired by cooking uncovered for a few extra minutes if needed.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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