Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italian Sausage Rigatoni with Spicy Cream Sauce, a dish that combines thick rigatoni pasta with a rich, spicy cream sauce and savory Italian sausage. This recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, promising an unforgettable culinary experience that warms the heart and delights the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook rigatoni until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain and reserve some cooking water.
- 2. Sauté the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage for 8-10 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.
- 3. Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4. Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 5. Toss Everything: Add cooked rigatoni, Parmesan cheese, and chopped basil to the skillet; toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- 6. Serve Hot: Plate your dish, garnishing with extra Parmesan and basil before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg