Creamy Sausage Rigatoni
Sausage Rigatoni is rich, creamy, and full of bold flavor. An easy pasta dinner that’s perfect for a cozy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage mild or spicy, casings removed
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes (optional for a tomato-cream version)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package directions in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
- Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. If using diced tomatoes, add them here along with the Italian seasoning.
- Simmer for 5–7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss in the cooked rigatoni and stir to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley or basil.