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Creamy Rigatoni with Sausage and Spinach

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A comforting and indulgent pasta dish featuring tender rigatoni, savory sausage, fresh spinach, and a creamy garlic parmesan sauce—perfect for a hearty weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or extra parmesan for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook rigatoni according to package instructions in salted water. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through.
  3. Add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3–4 minutes.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese and spinach. Cook until cheese is melted and spinach is wilted.
  6. Add cooked rigatoni to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
  • Substitute sausage with turkey sausage or a vegetarian alternative if preferred.
  • Add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and texture.

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Keywords: rigatoni with sausage, creamy pasta, spinach pasta, Italian dinner, comfort food

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