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Creamy Sausage Rigatoni

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A rich and comforting pasta dish made with hearty sausage, creamy sauce, and tender rigatoni. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy family meal.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  3. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for another minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and simmer for 2-3 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Let simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  6. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use spicy Italian sausage for a kick of heat.
  • Can substitute penne or ziti for rigatoni.
  • For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

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