Description
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Rigatoni is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This delightful pasta recipe brings together the rich taste of roasted red peppers with a creamy sauce, creating a mouthwatering meal that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. With its vibrant colors and aromatic spices, this rigatoni dish is not only easy to prepare in just 30 minutes but also allows for customization based on your favorite ingredients. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Rigatoni is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound spicy Italian sausage (or turkey/beef)
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 red bell peppers, roasted
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes for added flavor
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook sausage until browned. Set aside.
- Sauté onion in the same skillet until softened; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Blend roasted red peppers with heavy cream until smooth; pour into the skillet, stir in seasoning, and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Return sausage to the skillet; mix in Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning.
- Toss the rigatoni with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Serve warm topped with extra Parmesan and fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Swap spicy sausage for regular or omit it entirely for a vegetarian version by adding extra vegetables. Use different cheeses like mozzarella for added flavor variations.