Name: Italian Sausage Rigatoni Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: Rigatoni Pasta; Italian Sausage (sweet or spicy); Fresh Garlic; Canned Whole Peeled Tomatoes; Onion; Olive Oil; Parmesan Cheese; Fresh Basil; Salt & Pepper

Description

Indulge in a comforting bowl of Italian Sausage Rigatoni Pasta, featuring savory sausage, rich tomatoes, and perfectly cooked rigatoni, making it a family favorite that’s simple to prepare.

Ingredients

Rigatoni Pasta
Italian Sausage (sweet or spicy)
Fresh Garlic
Canned Whole Peeled Tomatoes
Onion
Olive Oil
Parmesan Cheese
Fresh Basil
Salt & Pepper

Instructions

Cook the rigatoni: Boil salted water, add rigatoni, and cook until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain.
Sauté aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic until fragrant.
Brown sausage: Crumble in Italian sausage and cook until browned (6-8 minutes).
Create sauce: Stir in crushed canned tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 15 minutes until thickened.
Combine: Add drained rigatoni to the skillet and toss until coated with sauce.
Serve: Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and basil leaves before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Boiling/Sautéing
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
Calories: 410
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 21g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate spinach or bell peppers into the dish. Substitute Italian sausage with spicy chicken sausage for a different flavor profile.