Creamy Rigatoni with Tomatoes and Sausage Recipe

Name: Creamy Rigatoni with Tomatoes and Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 4 whole Sun-dried Tomato And Chicken Sausages, Casings Removed And Torn Into Chunks; 1 whole Small Red Onion, Diced; 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Oregano; 1 teaspoon Fresh Sage; 1 pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes; 1 pinch Coarse Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper; 1/2 cups Red Wine; 1 can (28 Oz Can) Whole Peeled Tomatoes, Run Through A Food Processor Until Smooth; 1 whole Dried Bay Leaf; 1/2 cups Heavy Cream; 1/2 pounds Rigatoni (maybe More Like 3/4 Pound); 1/2 cups Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese

Servings: persons

2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
4 whole Sun-dried Tomato And Chicken Sausages, Casings Removed And Torn Into Chunks
1 whole Small Red Onion, Diced
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 Tablespoon Fresh Oregano
1 teaspoon Fresh Sage
1 pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
1 pinch Coarse Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper
1/2 cups Red Wine
1 can (28 Oz Can) Whole Peeled Tomatoes, Run Through A Food Processor Until Smooth
1 whole Dried Bay Leaf
1/2 cups Heavy Cream
1/2 pounds Rigatoni (maybe More Like 3/4 Pound)
1/2 cups Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese

1
In a large skillet (use one with a lidyoull need it later), bring the oil to a medium-high heat.
2
Add the chicken sausage chunks and brown all over, 5 minutes.
3
Add the onions, garlic, herbs, crushed red pepper and a pinch of salt and pepper.
4
Saute another 4 minutes, or until the onions have softened.
5
Add the red wine and heat until the wine has cooked off, about 2 minutes.
6
Add the tomato sauce and the bay leaf.
7
Cover the skillet and simmer 20 to 30 minutes.
8
Taste it.
9
Freaking crazy, I know.
10
Need anything?
11
A little salt?
12
Add it if so.
13
Then add the cream and heat on low.
14
In the meantime, cook the rigatoni according to package instructions for al dente.
15
Drain, and toss it into the tomato-sausage sauce.
16
Add half the Parmesan.
17
Toss to combine and melt the cheese.
18
Fish out the bay leaf, and serve her up, garnished with more cheese!

445

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 4 whole Sun-dried Tomato And Chicken Sausages, Casings Removed And Torn Into Chunks, 1 whole Small Red Onion, Diced, 3 cloves Garlic, Minced, and more.

Yes, Creamy Rigatoni with Tomatoes and Sausage falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Rigatoni with Tomatoes and Sausage

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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