Description
Tuscan Rigatoni is a creamy, hearty pasta dish that brings the rich flavors of Italy to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. The combination of savory Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and a luscious tomato cream sauce makes this recipe a comforting favorite for any occasion. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this one-pot meal minimizes cleanup and maximizes taste. With its customizable ingredients, you can easily adjust the dish to suit your family’s preferences. Treat yourself to a satisfying bowl of Tuscan Rigatoni that offers comfort in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 15 oz Italian sausage, crumbled
- 8 oz rigatoni (uncooked)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add crumbled sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess grease.
- Add rigatoni, chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato sauce to the skillet. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Cover and cook on medium heat for 10-15 minutes until pasta is al dente, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes), or cover and let residual heat wilt it.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg