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Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni dish topped with herbs and cheese

Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni

A rich and comforting pasta dish featuring Italian sausage, creamy sauce, and rigatoni, perfect for any weeknight dinner or special gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta Can be substituted with penne or farfalle.
  • 1 lb Italian sausage Can swap for turkey sausage or hot Italian sausage if preferred.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Add a splash for reheating leftovers.
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Extra for garnish optional.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For sautéing the sausage.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the Italian sausage. Cook until browned.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until aromatic.
Sauce Preparation
  1. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add Parmesan cheese until melted and fully combined.
  2. Fold the cooked rigatoni into the sauce, tossing well to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For a thicker sauce, let it simmer a little longer before adding the pasta. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. To reheat, warm in a skillet on low, adding a splash of cream or water.