Creamy Sausage Rigatoni: Easy One-Pan Meal in Just 30 Minutes
This Creamy Sausage Rigatoni is a flavorful, easy-to-make meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned.
- Add the onion and garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
- Pour in the heavy cream and add the parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add the cooked rigatoni to the sauce, mixing well to coat the pasta.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for more nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg