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Italian Sausage Rigatoni Pasta: An Easy Comfort Food Delight

Italian Sausage Rigatoni Pasta
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Enjoy a hearty and flavorful dish with Italian Sausage Rigatoni Pasta, a perfect easy comfort food for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound rigatoni pasta
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook rigatoni pasta according to package instructions; drain.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the Italian sausage over medium heat until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  4. Stir in crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Return the sausage to the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Add drained pasta to the sausage mixture and toss to combine.
  7. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top, cover, and let it melt before serving.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, replace Italian sausage with plant-based sausage.
  • Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.

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