Rigatoni in Spicy Rose Sauce

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook rigatoni noodles according to box directions.

2. 2

   Drain and set aside.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.

4. 4

   Once heated, add onion and cook 1 minute.

5. 5

   Add in Italian sausage and break up meat with a spoon until it is in crumbles.

6. 6

   Cook Italian sausage until brown throughout, about 8 or 9 minutes.

7. 7

   In the last minute of cooking, add in minced garlic and cook until sausage is done.

8. 8

   Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, parsley, salt, basil, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the saute pan and bring to a simmer.

9. 9

   Allow to simmer 510 minutes.

10. 10

    Add in half-and-half and stir until sauce is creamy.

11. 11

    Add reserved rigatoni to the saute pan and toss in the sauce.

12. 12

    Garnish with parsley or Parmesan if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.