Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Creamy Sausage Rigatoni, a comforting dish that unites rich flavors and hearty ingredients all in one pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this savory pasta recipe features crumbled Italian sausage simmered in a luscious cream sauce, complemented by fresh spinach for a vibrant touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an effortless meal that everyone will love. Customize it by adjusting the spice level or adding your favorite vegetables. Enjoy the ultimate comfort food experience with every satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add crumbled sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in rigatoni, chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato sauce. Mix well and bring to a gentle boil.
- Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Add fresh spinach; stir until wilted (or cover off heat for about 4 minutes).
- Adjust consistency if needed by simmering uncovered for a few extra minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 65mg