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Creamy Sausage Rigatoni with Spinach, Garlic, and Tomato Cream Sauce

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  • Author: laloti
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A comforting dish featuring rigatoni pasta in a creamy tomato sauce, with savory sausage and fresh spinach.


Ingredients

  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 1 lb Italian sausage
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup tomato cream sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)


Instructions

  1. Cook rigatoni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  5. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
  6. Pour in the tomato cream sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Combine the cooked rigatoni into the skillet and stir well.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Taste the sauce before serving to adjust the seasoning as desired. Adding crushed red pepper can introduce a delightful heat.