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Creamy Rigatoni with Italian Sausage

A comforting dish featuring rigatoni pasta, Italian sausage, and a rich creamy sauce, perfect for dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz Rigatoni pasta
  • 1 lb Italian sausage
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 cup Marinara sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Brown the Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the marinara sauce and heavy cream, mixing well.
  5. Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet and combine until thoroughly coated in the sauce.
  6. Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

Use high-quality Italian sausage for the best flavor. Feel free to add extra vegetables for nutrition.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 82g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: creamy pasta, Italian sausage, rigatoni