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One Pot Spicy Rigatoni

Delicious One Pot Spicy Rigatoni in 35 Minutes Flat

Prepare a quick and flavorful One Pot Spicy Rigatoni with a creamy tomato sauce and spicy Italian sausage.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 lb Rigatoni Pasta Thick, tube-shaped pasta; penne or fusilli can be substitutes.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Feel free to swap with any neutral oil.
  • 1 medium Onion Adds sweetness; shallots can be a substitute.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
  • 1 lb Spicy Italian Sausage Substitute with plant-based sausage for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on spice tolerance.
  • 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes Canned or fresh works nicely.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut milk or dairy-free cream can be used.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast is a great dairy-free substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves For garnishing.

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Crumble in the spicy Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in red pepper flakes and cook for about a minute to toast.
  6. Pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
  7. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  8. Toss the cooked rigatoni in the creamy tomato sauce until well-coated.
  9. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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