Spicy Sausage Rigatoni Recipe

Name: Spicy Sausage Rigatoni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces rigatoni, cooked and drained; 12 ounces hot Italian sausage, removed from casing; 1/4 cup reserved cooking liquid from rigatoni; 2 tablespoons olive oil and chopped; 2 cups whole canned tomatoes, drained; 3 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 1/2 cup parsley, chopped; 1/2 cup Parmesan, grated

Servings: persons

12 ounces rigatoni, cooked and drained
12 ounces hot Italian sausage, removed from casing
1/4 cup reserved cooking liquid from rigatoni
2 tablespoons olive oil and chopped
2 cups whole canned tomatoes, drained
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
1/2 cup Parmesan, grated

1
Heat oil in large skillet, Cook garlic, red pepper flakes and cayenne over medium high heat quickly.
2
Add in crumbled sausage meat and cook until completely browned.
3
Add in tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
4
Cook about 5 minutes until sauce begins to thicken and add cream.
5
Return to a rapid simmer.
6
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
7
Add cooked Rigatoni and reserved liquid.
8
Return to simmer and sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan.
9
Serve with extra Parmesan cheese and black pepper.

310

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces rigatoni, cooked and drained, 12 ounces hot Italian sausage, removed from casing, 1/4 cup reserved cooking liquid from rigatoni, 2 tablespoons olive oil and chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy Sausage Rigatoni 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!

Spicy Sausage Rigatoni

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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