Garlic Sausage Alfredo Rigatoni
Ingredients:
12 ounces rigatoni pasta
1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy), sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions:
Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage and set aside.
Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Make Alfredo Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Whisk in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine: Add the cooked rigatoni and sausage to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy your delicious Garlic Sausage Alfredo Rigatoni!