Description
Tuscan Rigatoni is a creamy, comforting dish that brings the authentic flavors of Italy right to your kitchen in just 30 minutes. This one-pot meal features hearty Italian sausage, tender rigatoni, and vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a rich tomato cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, it’s a family-friendly recipe that satisfies every palate. With minimal cleanup required, you can spend more time enjoying your meal and less time in the kitchen. Serve it with garlic bread or a fresh salad for an unforgettable dining experience.
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
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add crumbled sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in uncooked rigatoni, chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic, Italian seasoning, and tomato sauce. Mix well.
- Bring to a boil and cover. Cook for 10-15 minutes until pasta is 'al dente,' stirring occasionally.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 85mg