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Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni

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Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni is a comforting and indulgent dish with a rich, creamy sauce that clings beautifully to hearty rigatoni pasta, perfect for chilly weather or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 2 Tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 large Onion (diced)
  • 4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
  • 1 1/2 lbs. Italian Sausage
  • 2 (28-ounce) cans Whole or Crushed Tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil (chopped, or 1 Tablespoon dried basil)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Oregano (chopped, or 1 Tablespoon dried oregano)
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1 1/2 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 lb. Rigatoni Pasta

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the diced onion and cook for 7-8 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and Italian sausage, cooking for an additional 7-8 minutes until browned.
  2. In another pot, boil water and add salt. Toss in the rigatoni and cook according to package instructions for al dente, typically around 9-11 minutes.
  3. Add the canned tomatoes to the sausage mixture. If whole tomatoes are used, blend for a smoother sauce. Stir in the basil, oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and 1 cup of Parmesan cheese, stirring well and simmering on medium-low heat for another 5-7 minutes. Adjust seasonings as needed.
  5. Drain the rigatoni and toss it into the sauce, coating evenly. For a thicker sauce, let simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
  6. Plate the pasta, sprinking with the remaining Parmesan cheese and fresh basil. Serve immediately.

Notes

This dish can easily be modified with additional vegetables or different cheeses. Store leftovers in airtight containers for 3-4 days or freeze for 2-3 months.

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