Best 14 Italian Sausage Rigatoni Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey to the heart of Italy with our exquisite Italian sausage rigatoni recipe! This delectable dish bursts with bold flavors and tantalizes your taste buds with every bite. Rigatoni pasta, known for its sturdy tubes, becomes the perfect vessel to capture the savory essence of Italian sausage, sautéed until golden brown and bursting with spices. The rich tomato sauce, simmered to perfection, adds depth and umami, while a generous sprinkling of Parmesan cheese brings it all together in a symphony of cheesy goodness. Join us as we explore this classic Italian dish and uncover the secrets behind its irresistible charm.

In addition to the classic Italian sausage rigatoni, this article presents a captivating collection of variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Explore the delightful vegetarian sausage rigatoni, a meatless marvel that swaps Italian sausage for a flavorful blend of roasted vegetables. Gluten-free enthusiasts can rejoice with the gluten-free Italian sausage rigatoni, where traditional pasta is replaced with a delectable gluten-free alternative. And for those seeking a lighter option, the baked Italian sausage rigatoni emerges as a healthier choice, featuring oven-baked perfection.

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

EASY ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND RIGATONI



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An easy-to-make weeknight dinner with minimal cooking. Just throw everything together and let your oven do the rest.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (8 ounce) package rigatoni pasta
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
¼ cup diced onion
4 cups spaghetti sauce
2 cups cottage cheese
2 cups mozzarella cheese, divided
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 large eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon dried basil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a large baking dish.
  • Cook sausage and onion in a large skillet until meat is no longer pink and onions are translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Combine spaghetti sauce, cottage cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, parsley, Italian seasoning, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add sausage and onion mixture; stir until well combined. Add pasta and carefully mix until well incorporated. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and cover.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove from the oven, top with remaining mozzarella, and bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 673.3 calories, Carbohydrate 56.5 g, Cholesterol 133.4 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 39.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 1953.3 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

ITALIAN SAUSAGE RIGATONI BAKE



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This casserole combines all of our favorite Italian flavors, but the fresh mozzarella really sets it apart! -Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 casseroles (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 ounces) rigatoni
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
5 cups marinara sauce
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons half-and-half cream
1 pound sliced part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cook rigatoni according to package directions; drain., In a large skillet, cook sausage, mushrooms and pepper over medium-high heat until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up sausage into crumbles, 8-10 minutes; drain. Stir in marinara sauce, Parmesan cheese and cream. Add rigatoni and toss to coat., In each of 2 greased 8-in. square baking dishes, layer one-fourth of the rigatoni mixture and one-fourth of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, until heated through and cheese is melted, 25-35 minutes. (Cover loosely with foil if tops brown too quickly.) Freeze option: Cool unbaked casseroles; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Bake casseroles as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 774mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

BAKED RIGATONI WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND FENNEL



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This is a deliciously sweet and spicy baked rigatoni recipe that I whipped up, and thought I'd share.

Provided by Boog

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound hot Italian sausage links
1 (16 ounce) package rigatoni pasta
1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
1 bulb fennel, trimmed and thinly sliced
1 roasted red bell pepper, chopped
½ yellow onion, chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup grated Asiago cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until almost tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Fry the sausages in a large skillet over medium heat, turning frequently until cooked through, about 15 minutes. Remove from the skillet, cool slightly and slice into rounds. Add the garlic, fennel and onion to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir for about 5 minutes, then add the roasted red peppers, basil, sliced sausage and pasta sauce. Heat through over low heat until warmed.
  • Combine the pasta with the sauce and vegetables in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread the mozzarella, Parmesan and Asiago cheeses over the top. Garnish with a few fennel leaves left from the bulb. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, then remove the aluminum foil. Set the oven to broil, and cook for another 5 minutes or until cheese is browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.5 calories, Carbohydrate 57.3 g, Cholesterol 51.7 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 1020.8 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

RIGATONI WITH CHEESE AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Broil     Dinner     Sausage     Fall     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound rigatoni
1/4 pound spicy Italian sausage, casing removed
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups prepared marinara sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon chopped fresh Italian parsley
Extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook rigatoni in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta.
  • Meanwhile, preheat broiler. Cook sausage in heavy large pot over medium-high heat until no longer pink, stirring frequently and breaking up with back of wooden spoon. Add garlic and sauté until soft, about 2 minutes. Drain off excess oil and return pot to medium-high heat. Stir in marinara sauce and crushed red pepper, then pasta. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide pasta among four 1 1/4-cup soufflé dishes or custard cups. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over. Place in broiler until cheese melts and begins to brown, watching closely to prevent burning, about 1 1/2 minutes. Sprinkle rigatoni with parsley, drizzle with olive oil, and serve.

RIGATONI WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE, PEPPERS, AND ONIONS



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I know it's difficult to think of making your own pasta sauce when you can get one easily out of a can - but believe me - this is worth it! It's not even difficult, and so impressive, fun, colorful and filling. You can even prepare the sauce in advance and rewarm it when you're ready to cook the pasta.

Provided by AllergyGirl

Categories     Meat

Time 43m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1 onion, chopping
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 lb Italian sausage
1 1/2 cups crushed tomatoes
1 lb rigatoni pasta (gluten-free)
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Wash, core and deseed peppers. Cut into 1-inch squares.
  • Put olive oil, onion, and garlic in large pan. Saute over medium-high heat until soft, stirring often.
  • Cut the sausage into 1/2 inch pieces and add it with the oregano to the saute pan. Cook until sausage browns a bit, stirring often, about 5 minutes.
  • Add peppers and cook about 8 minutes, stirring gently once in a while.
  • Put water on to boil for pasta.
  • Add salt and pepper and tomatoes to sauce. Turn heat to medium and cook at a simmer.
  • Meanwhile, put rigatoni onto cook.
  • After sauce has cooked 10 minutes, add balsamic vinegar. Cook another 10 minutes or so.
  • Toss with pasta and serve with fresh ground pepper.

BAKED RIGATONI WITH RICOTTA, SWISS CHARD AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE RECIPE



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Provided by KathiecooksandRobeats

Number Of Ingredients 22

Sauce:
1 tbsp (15 mL) canola oil 500 g good-quality Italian sausage, mild or hot
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh thyme
1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh rosemary
1 tsp (5 mL) dried oregano pinch or more of hot pepper flakes
few glugs of red wine
1 can (28 oz/796 mL) crushed tomatoes
small handful of cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 tbsp (15 mL) honey
salt and pepper to taste
Filling:
1 500g tub of ricotta cheese (not low fat) 1 egg
1/2 cup (125 mL) grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped fresh basil pinch hot pepper flakes
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tbsp (15 mL) olive oil
1 bunch Swiss chard or spinach
chopped salt and pepper
3 cups (750 mL) shredded mozzarella

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until it's still a little firm (about 7 minutes) - it will cook more in the oven. Drain, and set aside. 2. To make the sauce, heat a large saucepan over medium high heat. Add the oil. Squeeze the sausage out of the casings, and cook until no longer pink inside, breaking up with a wooden spoon. Add the chopped onion and garlic, herbs and red pepper flakes. Cook until the onions are translucent. 3. Add the glugs of wine, if you wish, let reduce for a bit, then add the crushed tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, honey and a little salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring now and again. Adjust the seasonings. 4. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix together the ricotta, egg, Parmesan, basil and red pepper flakes. Heat a medium skillet over medium-high and add olive oil. Sauté the onion until translucent and then add the chard. Cook until soft. Let cool a bit, then add to the cheese mixture. To assemble: In a large, deep 3L casserole dish, lay down some sauce, then half noodles, then the ricotta filling, then remaining noodles, remaining sauce and finish with the mozzarella. Bake until cheese is bubbly and golden, about 25 minutes. Let sit 5 minutes before cutting. Serve with crusty bread and a big salad. Makes lots for 8.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE RIGATONI



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Provided by Food Network

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (19.76 ounces) Johnsonville® Italian Mild Sausage Links, grilled and coin-sliced
1 package (16 ounces) rigatoni pasta
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large red pepper, chunked and sauteed
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 jar (26 ounces) of your favorite pasta sauce

Steps:

  • Cook sausage according to package directions, keep warm. Cook the rigatoni according to directions, keep warm. In a large pan, place olive oil and garlic, saute lightly for 30 seconds. Add peppers and cook until crisp tender. Combine cooked sausage and pasta sauce with peppers and heat until warm. At this point you may mix with the pasta or serve separately. Top with fresh parsley. Serve warm.

RIGATONI AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE BAKE (POTLUCK)



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This recipe was given to me many years ago by a neighbor. Everyone loves it and it is great to bring to cook-outs as it feeds alot of people. Easy and good and everyone always asks for the recipe. Hope you enjoy it ! Great to bring to a potluck gathering !!!!

Provided by Carol Junkins

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 c olive oil or salad oil
1 lb italian sausage (sliced)
1 large onion
1 clove garlic
1 large green pepper, yellow or orange chopped and cooked with onion and sausage
1 lb mushrooms (sliced)
1 lb rigatoni pasta
1/2 c grated parmesan cheese
1/4 lb morzzarella cheese (cubed or sliced)
11/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1-6oz can(s) tomato paste
3 c water
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil and saute onion, garlic and sausage slices until meat is brown. Add remaining ingredients (except rigatoni and cheeses) and bring to boil. Cover and simmer for 1 hour. Cook rigatoni, drain and rinse it.
  • 2. Don't forget to sprinkle your parmesan and slice your morzzarella on top before you bake. Wrap tin foil tightly on top of 13x9" greased casserole you want to keep the moisture in.
  • 3. Heat oven to 400 degrees - Put cooked rigatoni in greased casserole dish, cover with meat and sauce. Add cheeses Parm. and sliced or cubed morz) Bake 20 min. covered with foil. Spray the foil with oil so it won't stick to food.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE RIGATONI



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Found this recipe in Better Homes and Gardens, it's by Johnsonville and is wonderful. I have made it 3 times now and each time I think that I will change it up but never do. It is perfect the way it is. My family just eats it up. Before serving I put some in a plastic bowl so that I have some for lunch the next day or I would be...

Provided by Sue Adame

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pkg johnsonville italian mild sausage links
1 pkg rigatoni pasta, uncooked
3 Tbsp olive oil
2 clove garlic, minced
1 large red pepper, chunked
1 jar(s) of your favorite pasta sauce (i used sweet bell pepper)
2 Tbsp parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Cook sausage according to package directions. When done slice on the bias or coin slice, keep warm. Cook the rigatoni according to directions, keep warm. In a large pan, place olive oil and garlic, saute lightly for 30 seconds. Add peppers and cook until crisp-tender. Combine cooked sausage and pasta sauce with peppers and heat until warm. Mix with pasta or serve separately. Top with fresh parsley. Serve warm.

RIGATONI WITH CHEESE AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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From Bon Appetit Magazine, Sept. 2004 Sounded too good to forget about! Can be used as an appetizer if serving smaller portions!

Provided by Carolyn Haas

Categories     Pasta

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound rigatoni pasta, uncooked
1/4 pound spicy italian sausage, casing removed
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups prepared marinara sauce
1/2 teaspo dried crushed red pepper
1/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese
2 tablespo grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon chopped fresh italian parsley
extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Cook rigatoni in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta.
  • 2. Meanwhile, preheat broiler. Cook sausage in heavy large pot over medium-high heat until no longer pink, stirring frequently and breaking up with back of wooden spoon. Add garlic and sauté until soft, about 2 minutes. Drain off excess oil and return pot to medium-high heat.
  • 3. Stir in marinara sauce and crushed red pepper, then pasta. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • 4. Put pasta in oven-proof dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over. Place in broiler until cheese melts and begins to brown, watching closely to prevent burning, about 1 1/2 minutes. Sprinkle rigatoni with parsley, drizzle with olive oil, and serve.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE RIGATONI AND PEPPERS



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This is a simple but delicious dinner my family loves. I serve it with crusty Italian bread or garlic bread and a salad. Feel free to use hot or sweet Italian sausage.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb hot Italian sausage link, grilled and coin-sliced
1 lb rigatoni pasta, uncooked
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large red pepper, coarsely chopped
1 large green pepper, coarsely chopped
26 ounces of your favorite pasta sauce (I use a little more)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook rigatoni according to package directions; drain, keep warm and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in large skillet; remove casing from sausage links and cut in coin-like slices.
  • Add to skillet and cook until no longer pink.
  • Add garlic and saute lightly for about 30 seconds.
  • Add peppers and cook until crisp-tender.
  • Add pasta sauce with peppers and heat until warm.
  • Add the rigatoni or serve separately.
  • Top with fresh parsley and parmesan cheese.

RIGATONI VEGGIE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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This past weekend my local Aldi store had some great specials on tomatoes,mini sweet peppers,mushroom,etc. Didn't take long for me to grab some bargains!. Now, am thinking what can I cook to to enjoy these awesome vegetable? Well, you guess, I found some mild Italian sausage in my frig. So, like they say... 'Hurry up...

Provided by Liz Cam

Categories     Pasta

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 links italian sausage, mild...remove sleeves before cooking. substitute meat of your choice
12-14 oz rigatoni pasta, cooked..depending upon your serving
2/3 cup mini sweet peppers, variety of yellow ,green and orange
4-5 baby bella mushrooms, diced
1 clove garlic clove
1/3 c onions, small white chopped
1/2 tsp italian seasoning..add more or less
dash black pepper
4-5 oz heavy whipping cream
add parmesan cheese blend and mozzarella shredded cheese till sauce thickens to your liking, alternate with olive oil
1/3 cup olive oil, extra virgin...add more if needed

Steps:

  • 1. cook sausage , till well done. You can add half of onions, set aside
  • 2. cook rigatoni pasta according to directions, set aside..keep it moist
  • 3. chop all your vegetables. Heat up skillet add 2-3 tbls .of olive oil, now add veggies and cook 1-2 min. use more olive oil to keep moist. dont overcook..Lower heat, now push veggies aside in skillet, add heavy cream,cheeses and more olive oil. Stir till well blended. Add more cheese to your liking or more olive oil...I love this stuff!. Cook till smooth and creamy. Add italian seasoning and pepper.
  • 4. place a serving of pasta on plate ,on top add veggie mixture and toss cooked sausage on top. You can also mix veggie cheese mixture with sausage and toss over pasta. Its your meal, fix it to your hearts desire. Sprinkle cheese on top and olive oil.
  • 5. This recipe was a last minute thing i put together. So, you can change it up by substituting meat or low fat ingredients. What was important to me was using tasty vegetables!!..Enjoy!!

ITALIAN SAUSAGE RIGATONI



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It's amazing what one ingredient can do. Add Johnsonville Italian Sausages to any basic pasta dish to create something truly outstanding! This great, no-hassle recipe is a must for pasta lovers!

Provided by Johnsonville Sausage

Categories     Pork

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (19 ounce) package Johnsonville® Mild Italian Sausage Links, grilled and coin-sliced
1 (16 ounce) package rigatoni pasta
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large red pepper, chunked and sauted
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 (26 ounce) jar of your favorite pasta sauce

Steps:

  • Cook sausage according to package directions, keep warm.
  • Cook the rigatoni according to directions, keep warm.
  • In a large pan, place olive oil and garlic, sauté lightly for 30 seconds. Add peppers and cook until crisp tender.
  • Combine cooked sausage and pasta sauce with peppers and heat until warm. At this point you may mix with the pasta or serve separately.
  • Top with fresh parsley. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 66.6, Sodium 588.8, Carbohydrate 75.4, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 14.9, Protein 13.6

JOHNSONVILLE ITALIAN SAUSAGE RIGATONI



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It's amazing what one ingredient can do. Add Johnsonville Italian Sausages to any basic pasta dish to create something truly outstanding! The sausage does a great job complimenting the pasta, peppers, garlic and sauce. This great, no-hassle recipe is a must for pasta lovers!

Provided by From the Kitchen at Johnsonville Sausage

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 43m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (19 ounce) package Johnsonville Italian Mild Sausage Links
1 (16 ounce) package rigatoni pasta, cooked and drained
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large sweet red bell pepper, chopped
1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Cook sausage links according to package instructions; drain. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces and set aside.
  • In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat and saute garlic and red pepper until crisp-tender. Add prepared sausage, pasta, and marinara sauce; cook and stir until heated through. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 735.9 calories, Carbohydrate 70 g, Cholesterol 68.7 mg, Fat 37.3 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 1316.1 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality Italian sausage. Look for sausage that is made with fresh, flavorful pork and has a good balance of spices.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the sausage. This will prevent it from browning properly.
  • Use a large pot to cook the pasta. This will give the pasta plenty of room to cook evenly.
  • Salt the pasta water generously. This will help to flavor the pasta and prevent it from becoming bland.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Al dente pasta is still slightly firm to the bite and has a slightly chewy texture.
  • Reserve some of the pasta cooking water before draining the pasta. This water can be used to loosen up the sauce if it becomes too thick.
  • Add the pasta to the sauce and stir to combine. Cook over low heat until the pasta is heated through.
  • Serve the pasta immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Conclusion:

This Italian sausage rigatoni is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The sausage and peppers are cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce, and the rigatoni is cooked to perfection. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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