Tuscan Rigatoni
Tuscan Rigatoni is a creamy and flavorful pasta dish that brings the essence of rustic Italian cooking right to your dining table. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this one-pot wonder featuring tender rigatoni pasta enveloped in a rich tomato cream sauce, savory Italian sausage, and vibrant spinach. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to fit your taste preferences. Whether you’re looking for a comforting meal after a long day or planning an impressive dinner for guests, Tuscan Rigatoni delivers on both flavor and simplicity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 15 oz Italian sausage, crumbled
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz rigatoni (uncooked)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add crumbled sausage and cook until browned (about 5 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- Stir in rigatoni, chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato sauce. Mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes until pasta is al dente. Stir occasionally.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Adjust sauce thickness as desired by cooking uncovered for longer if needed. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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