Easy Sausage Rigatoni

Easy Sausage Rigatoni

This easy sausage rigatoni recipe is made with everyday ingredients but tastes like it came from a restaurant. It has Italian sausage simmered in a rich, garlicky tomato sauce!

Ingredients

  • uncooked rigatoni
    8 oz
  • italian sausage

    spicy or mild

    16 oz
  • onion

    chopped

    ½ medium
  • garlic

    minced

    3 cloves
  • can diced tomatoes

    with juices

    1
  • can crushed tomatoes
    1
  • heavy/whipping cream
    ½ c
  • fresh basil
    torn, optional but recommended, to taste
  • salt & pepper
    to taste
  • freshly grated parmesan cheese
    optional, to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Boil a salted pot of water for the pasta. Cook the rigatoni al dente according to package directions.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, sauté the sausage meat and onion over medium-high heat in a skillet until browned (about 8-10 minutes), stirring it occasionally.

  3. 3

    Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.

  4. 4

    Drain a bit of the fat from the pan (I just spoon it out). Don't worry about getting it all.

  5. 5

    Add the canned tomatoes to the pan. Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes (you may need to turn the heat down a bit if it starts bubbling too furiously).

  6. 6

    Stir in the cream, basil (if using), and season the sauce with salt & pepper as needed. Cook for another minute or two and then toss with the drained pasta.

Easy Sausage Rigatoni

Easy Sausage Rigatoni

761 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a comforting, restaurant-quality pasta dish without the fuss? This Easy Sausage Rigatoni brings rich, authentic Italian flavors right to your dinner table using simple, everyday ingredients. The magic lies in simmering savory Italian sausage directly in a luscious, garlicky tomato sauce, infusing every bite with deep flavor. It’s a deceptively simple approach that yields a complex, slow-cooked taste in a fraction of the time. Imagine tender rigatoni perfectly coated in a robust, hearty sauce bursting with the savory richness of Italian sausage and the bright tang of tomatoes. Each mouthful is a symphony of flavors, from the warm garlic notes to the optional fresh basil and salty Parmesan, creating a truly satisfying and deeply comforting meal. This dish is designed to be accessible yet incredibly rewarding, delivering a hearty main course that truly satisfies. This Easy Sausage Rigatoni offers simple ways to tailor it to your liking. Choose spicy or mild Italian sausage to adjust the heat level, and feel free to load up on the recommended fresh basil for an extra layer of aromatic brightness. A generous dusting of freshly grated Parmesan cheese at the end is highly encouraged for a final savory flourish. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a relaxed family meal, this hearty sausage rigatoni pairs beautifully with a simple green salad and a slice of crusty bread to soak up every last drop of that incredible sauce.

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