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Creamy Sausage Rigatoni

A warm and comforting one-pan pasta dish that combines savory sausage, rigatoni, and a luscious cream sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
  • 1 pound Italian sausage Cooked until browned.
  • 2 cloves garlic Chopped.
  • 1 medium onion Chopped.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Adjust according to desired creaminess.
Seasonings
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • optional Parmesan cheese For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until browned.
  2. Add the chopped onions and garlic, sautéing until softened.
  3. Stir in the rigatoni and enough water to cook the pasta, ensuring it absorbs the flavorful juices.
  4. Once the rigatoni is tender, pour in the heavy cream and mix well until creamy.

Notes

This dish can be adapted with other ingredients like spinach or bell peppers. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove with a splash of water or cream.