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Spicy Italian Sausage Rigatoni

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Bold and creamy, this Spicy Italian Sausage Rigatoni combines tender pasta with zesty sausage and a rich tomato cream sauce—finished with parmesan and basil for a comforting, one-pot Italian classic.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb rigatoni pasta
  • 1 spicy Italian sausage (or sweet, if preferred), casing removed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14 oz) can tomatoes (crushed or diced)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook rigatoni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and break apart while cooking until browned and cooked through.
  3. Stir in garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add canned tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Let cook for 5–7 minutes.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Stir well and simmer until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Return cooked rigatoni to the pot and toss to coat with the sauce.
  7. Sprinkle in parmesan and stir to melt through.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped basil and extra cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Use hot or mild Italian sausage based on spice preference.
  • Substitute penne or fusilli if rigatoni isn’t available.
  • Add red pepper flakes for extra heat or mushrooms for more texture.

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