Creamy Sausage Rigatoni Easy Comfort Dinner
A rich and creamy pasta dish with Italian sausage, rigatoni, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minute
- Total Time: 30 minute
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
12 oz rigatoni pasta
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 shallot or ½ onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and black pepper to taste
Chopped parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
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Cook rigatoni in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water. Drain.
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Brown sausage in olive oil over medium heat, 6–8 minutes.
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Add garlic and shallot. Sauté 2–3 minutes.
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Stir in tomato paste and cook 1 minute.
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Pour in cream, reduce heat, and simmer 5–7 minutes.
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Stir in Parmesan. Add salt and pepper.
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Toss in rigatoni. Add pasta water as needed to loosen.
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Garnish and serve hot.
Notes
Use chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter option. Add spinach for a veggie boost. Reheats well for lunch the next day.