Description
Enjoy a quick and easy Creamy Italian Sausage Rigatoni, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casing
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Brown Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease.
- Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping up any browned bits.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add cooked rigatoni to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, use hot Italian sausage.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Substitute vodka for white wine, if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian