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Creamy Sausage Rigatoni

Creamy Sausage Rigatoni: Your Quick One-Pot Dinner Bliss

A quick and delicious one-pot meal featuring creamy sausage rigatoni.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness and helps sauté other ingredients.
  • 15 ounces Italian Sausage, crumbled Provides savory protein and a spicy kick.
  • 8 ounces Rigatoni, uncooked The perfect noodle for holding sauce.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Deepens the flavor of the sauce.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Creates a rich texture.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Infuses the dish with aromatic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Enhances the dish with herbaceous notes.
  • 15 ounces Tomato Sauce Forms the base of the creamy sauce.
For the Fresh Touch
  • 5 ounces Fresh Spinach Adds a pop of color and nutrients.
Seasoning
  • Salt Elevates flavors in the dish.
  • Coarsely Ground Black Pepper Adjust based on sausage's saltiness.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add 15 ounces of crumbled Italian sausage to the skillet, and cook for about 5 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, cooking for about 1 minute.
  4. Add 8 ounces of uncooked rigatoni, 1 cup of chicken broth, 1 cup of heavy cream, and 15 ounces of tomato sauce. Stir and bring to a boil.
  5. Cover the skillet and reduce heat, simmering for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in 5 ounces of fresh spinach until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and coarsely ground black pepper to taste and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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