Creamy Sausage Rigatoni Recipe
Indulge in a comforting and flavorful meal with this Creamy Sausage Rigatoni recipe. Tender rigatoni pasta is smothered in a rich and creamy tomato sauce, infused with savory Italian sausage and aromatic herbs. The addition of fresh spinach adds a burst of color and a nutritious element to this satisfying dish.
- Author: Lily
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
For the Creamy Sausage Rigatoni:
- 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 or Herbs de Provence
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- Salt and coarsely ground black pepper
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Cook the Sausage: Heat olive oil in a large skillet, cook crumbled Italian sausage until browned.
- Combine Key Ingredients: Add rigatoni, chicken broth, cream, garlic, seasoning, and tomato sauce to the skillet. Mix well.
- Simmer and Cook: Bring to a boil, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes until pasta is ‘al dente’.
- Incorporate Spinach: Add spinach, cook until wilted.
- Adjust the Consistency: Cook uncovered for a thicker sauce if desired.
- Season and Serve: Remove from heat, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Creamy Sausage Rigatoni, Pasta Recipe, Italian Sausage, Comfort Food