Description
Creamy rigatoni with sausage and spinach is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any occasion. This dish combines al dente rigatoni pasta with savory Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and a rich, velvety cream sauce that envelops each bite. Bursting with flavor and vibrant colors, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, this recipe will leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 5 oz fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, around 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in fresh spinach, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes; cook until wilted (approximately 2-3 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring; let simmer for about 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Combine rigatoni with the creamy sauce in the skillet. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed. Finish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg