Description
Warm your soul with this delectable Rigatoni with Sausage dish. Featuring al dente rigatoni enveloped in a savory sauce made from Italian sausage, garlic, and crushed tomatoes, this comforting meal is perfect for any occasion. The rich flavors meld together beautifully, while fresh basil and Parmesan cheese add a delightful finishing touch. Ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this recipe is both satisfying and simple to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil (torn)
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook rigatoni until al dente (about 10-12 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Crumble in the sausage and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Incorporate tomatoes: Pour in crushed tomatoes and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the drained rigatoni to the skillet, mixing well to coat with sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water to loosen.
- Serve: Plate the rigatoni topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg