Rigatoni with Cheese and Italian Sausage

Health score
16%
Rigatoni with Cheese and Italian Sausage
45 min.
4
489kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Rigatoni with Cheese and Italian Sausage! This hearty dish combines the robust flavors of spicy Italian sausage with the comforting embrace of gooey cheese, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends. Picture al dente rigatoni enveloped in a luscious marinara sauce, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, and topped with a golden crust of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a meal that brings warmth and satisfaction to the table. The rich aroma of garlic sautéing in olive oil will fill your kitchen with an irresistible scent, setting the stage for what's to come. As you dig into each bite, you'll appreciate the hearty sausage and creamy cheese, paired perfectly with the playful kick of crushed red pepper.

With a deliciously balanced flavor profile and an array of textures, this dish isn’t just a meal; it’s an experience that transports you straight to Italy. Whether served as a main dish or a side to complement your favorite salad or bread, Rigatoni with Cheese and Italian Sausage is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire. Enjoy this delectable dish that celebrates the joys of home-cooked Italian cuisine!

Ingredients

  •  garlic cloves thinly sliced
  • 1.5 cups tomatoes prepared
  • 0.3 cup mozzarella cheese grated
  • servings olive oil extra-virgin
  • tablespoons parmesan cheese grated
  • teaspoon parsley fresh italian chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper dried red crushed
  • 0.5 pound rigatoni 
  • 0.3 pound spicy sausage italian

Equipment

  • pot
  • wooden spoon
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Cook rigatoni in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
  2. Drain pasta.
  3. 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.
  4. Add garlic and sauté until soft, about 2 minutes.
  5. 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.
  6. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over.
  7. Place in broiler until cheese melts and begins to brown, watching closely to prevent burning, about 1 1/2 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle rigatoni with parsley, drizzle with olive oil, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories489kcal
Protein12.19%
Fat48.28%
Carbs39.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51
Glycemic Load
18.83
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.715652197599%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:488.73kcal
24.44%
Fat:26.32g
40.49%
Saturated Fat:6.64g
41.48%
Carbohydrates:48.49g
16.16%
Net Carbohydrates:45.17g
16.43%
Sugar:4.89g
5.44%
Cholesterol:29.25mg
9.75%
Sodium:738.41mg
32.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.96g
29.92%
Selenium:45.74µg
65.35%
Manganese:0.67mg
33.41%
Vitamin E:3.52mg
23.49%
Phosphorus:215.91mg
21.59%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.04%
Copper:0.3mg
15.05%
Vitamin B3:2.84mg
14.22%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.2%
Potassium:492.12mg
14.06%
Fiber:3.31g
13.25%
Magnesium:50.84mg
12.71%
Zinc:1.85mg
12.33%
Iron:2.14mg
11.91%
Vitamin K:11.96µg
11.39%
Vitamin A:543.13IU
10.86%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.22%
Calcium:91.04mg
9.1%
Vitamin C:7.5mg
9.09%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.52%
Vitamin B5:0.7mg
7.02%
Folate:21.54µg
5.38%
Source:Epicurious