Spicy Sausage Rigatoni – Easy Recipes for Dinner
This spicy sausage rigatoni is a comforting pasta dish made with Italian sausage, creamy tomato sauce, and bold spices for a delicious, satisfying meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in a large pot of salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks. Cook until browned and no longer pink.
- Stir in red pepper flakes, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and heavy cream. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss in the cooked rigatoni and mix until evenly coated in the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.