Description
Creamy Sausage Rigatoni is the ultimate comfort dish that brings a rich, savory flavor to your table in just 30 minutes. This one-pan meal combines tender rigatoni pasta with crumbled Italian sausage and a luscious creamy tomato sauce, making it an irresistible choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With the addition of fresh spinach, this dish not only delights the taste buds but also adds a healthy twist. Whether you are cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, this creamy pasta dish promises satisfaction with every bite.
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
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and crumbled sausage. Cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in uncooked rigatoni, chicken broth, heavy cream, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato sauce; mix well.
- Bring to a gentle boil. Cover and reduce heat to simmer for 10–15 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Add fresh spinach; stir until wilted (about 2–3 minutes).
- Adjust sauce thickness as desired by simmering uncovered for an additional few minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg