Ingredients
Method
Cook the Sausage
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add Pasta and Broth
- Stir in the rigatoni, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
Finish with Cream and Spinach
- Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the heavy cream and chopped spinach. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the sauce is heated through.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve
- Serve the creamy sausage rigatoni warm, garnished with extra parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition
Notes
This dish can be customized with different vegetables or types of sausage. For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
