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Creamy Sausage Rigatoni

A warm and hearty one-pan pasta dish that combines the savory richness of Italian sausage with a creamy sauce, perfect for chilly days.
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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: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 15 oz Italian sausage (crumbled)
  • 8 oz rigatoni (uncooked)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or Herbs de Provence
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 5 oz fresh spinach
  • Salt and coarsely ground black pepper
  • Red pepper flakes (optional for a kick)

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the crumbled sausage and cook until browned.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Add uncooked rigatoni, chicken broth, and tomato sauce.
  3. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until rigatoni is al dente (about 12-15 minutes).
  4. Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and simmer to create a creamy texture.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes before serving.

Notes

Serve hot, topped with fresh parsley or parmesan. Pair with a crisp side salad or garlic bread. For storage, refrigerate in an airtight container for 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Heat gently with chicken broth to restore creaminess.