Spicy Sausage Rigatoni
A delightful pasta dish that harmonizes bold flavors of spicy Italian sausage with a creamy rich sauce, perfect for any gathering or cozy night in.
Ingredients
Pasta Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. Rigatoni
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. Ground Italian Sausage
- 1 cup Red Onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1/3 cup Tomato Paste
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
- 1-2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to heat preference.
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped) For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the ground sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until thoroughly cooked.
- Transfer sausage to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess grease.
- Wipe the skillet with a paper towel to remove leftover grease.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the rigatoni, cooking until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- In the same skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-low heat.
- Add chopped red onions and cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Incorporate the tomato paste, stirring well, and season with salt and fresh parsley.
- Slowly whisk in the heavy cream to create a sauce base.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and mix until melted.
- Sprinkle in red pepper flakes according to heat preference.
Combine
- Return the cooked sausage and drained rigatoni to the skillet.
- Integrate everything well, ensuring the pasta is fully coated in the sauce.
- Garnish with additional fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, season generously while cooking. Save a bit of pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed. Feel free to use mild or spicy sausage depending on preference.