Description
Creamy Sausage Rigatoni is the ultimate comfort food that transforms busy weeknight dinners into a delightful culinary experience. This one-pot meal features tender rigatoni enveloped in a rich and creamy tomato sauce, perfectly balanced with savory Italian sausage. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a family-friendly dish that everyone will adore. Whether you’re looking for an easy dinner solution or a satisfying meal to impress guests, this recipe ticks all the boxes. Customize it with your favorite greens or spice levels for a personal touch. Enjoy Creamy Sausage Rigatoni with garlic bread or a fresh salad for an unforgettable dining experience.
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 black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add crumbled sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- In the same skillet, add rigatoni, chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato sauce. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until pasta is al dente; stir occasionally.
- Add spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1½ cups)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg