Description
Creamy Sausage Rigatoni Luscious is a heartwarming dish that combines rich Italian sausage and a velvety cream sauce enveloping perfectly cooked rigatoni pasta. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, delivering an unforgettable flavor experience in under 30 minutes. With its simple preparation and comforting taste, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes (drained)
- 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the sausage, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and diced tomatoes; let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
- Toss in the cooked rigatoni, coating it well with the sauce.
- Fold in chopped spinach and grated Parmesan; heat through for another 3-4 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg