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Easy Italian Sausage Rigatoni Pasta

Healthy Fact of the Day

Use lean Italian sausage or turkey sausage to cut down on saturated fat without sacrificing flavor. Rigatoni’s ridges help trap more veggies and sauce for balanced bites.

Bold, comforting, and simple to make, this Italian Sausage Rigatoni Pasta features hearty rigatoni tossed with savory sausage, sautéed onions, and a vibrant tomato sauce. Finished with Parmesan and fresh basil, it’s a crowd-pleasing dinner that brings Italian flair to your table without the fuss of complex prep.

Complete this Italian feast with our Garlic Rosemary Focaccia Muffins for soaking up every drop of that delicious sauce, and add Bruschetta Dip as a fresh appetizer that brings bright tomato and basil flavors to start the meal. Both keep the dinner authentically Italian while adding variety to your spread.

Easy Italian Sausage Rigatoni Pasta

Easy Italian Sausage Rigatoni Pasta

Recipe by Daily Disher

This Easy Italian Sausage Rigatoni Pasta is a weeknight hero—hearty, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes.

Course: MainCuisine: ItalianDifficulty: Easy
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Servings
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4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes
Calories

650

kcal

30

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb Italian sausage

    • 12 oz rigatoni pasta

    • 2 tbsp olive oil

    • 1 large onion, chopped

    • 2 cloves garlic, minced

    • 14.5 oz can of diced tomatoes

    • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese

    • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

    • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes

    • to taste salt and pepper

    • 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

    Directions

    • Cook the rigatoni pasta according to the package instructions in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
    • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
    • Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
    • Remove the sausage from its casing and add to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon and cook until browned and cooked through.
    • Pour the diced tomatoes into the skillet with the cooked sausage, along with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes, stirring well to combine.
    • Let the sauce simmer for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, stirring occasionally.
    • Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sausage and tomato mixture, tossing until well combined.
    • Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
    • Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh basil before serving hot.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

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