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Creamy Garlic Sausage Alfredo Rigatoni Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Description

This Creamy Garlic Sausage Alfredo Rigatoni Recipe combines tender rigatoni pasta with a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce made from heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, infused with the savory flavors of Italian sausage and garlic. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner, this dish is garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan for a burst of freshness and flavor.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 12 ounces rigatoni pasta

Sauce and Sausage

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage (casings removed)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Extra Parmesan for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rigatoni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
  2. Brown Sausage and Garlic: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook for about 7 to 8 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  3. Make Alfredo Sauce: Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the cooked sausage and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Allow the sauce to simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Toss Pasta with Sauce: Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet with the sauce and toss everything together to coat the pasta evenly. Simmer for an additional 1 to 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve the creamy garlic sausage Alfredo rigatoni hot for best flavor.

Notes

  • Use spicy Italian sausage for a more intense heat or swap it with chicken sausage or plant-based sausage for variety.
  • Add fresh spinach or sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce for extra texture and flavor.
  • If you prefer a thinner sauce, add a splash of pasta cooking water when tossing the rigatoni with the sauce.
  • To reduce calories, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, though the sauce will be less rich.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/creamy-garlic-sausage-alfredo-rigatoni-recipe/