Garlic Sausage Alfredo Rigatoni

This Garlic Sausage Alfredo Rigatoni is the perfect one-pan meal for busy nights. It features tender pasta tossed in a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce with savory browned sausage and fresh garlic. It is a creamy, cheesy, and irresistible classic that is ready in just 30 minutes.

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Course: Entree, Main Dish

Cuisine: Italian, Italian-American, Italian-inspired

Keyword: Alfredo, Garlic Sausage, One Pan Dinner, quick dinner, Rigatoni

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 25

Servings:

Calories: 460kcal

Ingredients

1 lb rigatoni pasta
1 lb garlic sausage, casings removed and crumbled
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Follow package instructions to cook rigatoni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Brown the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and thoroughly cooked.
Add Garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Create the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 2–3 minutes until it starts to thicken. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet and toss until the pasta is well coated in the creamy Alfredo sauce.
Serve & Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Meal Prep: Toss cooked pasta in a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
Lighten It Up: Swap heavy cream for half-and-half or milk.
Quality Sauce: Grate fresh Parmesan for the smoothest, most velvety sauce.
Reheating: Add a splash of water or milk to refresh the creamy sauce.

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