SPICY SAUSAGE RIGATONI

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My inspiration for this recipe came from a Cajun pasta dish I make with blackened chicken, however substituting Italian sausage instead. I love this dish and it makes a hearty meal that warms you up all over. -Toni Dishman, Mooresville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces uncooked rigatoni or large tube pasta
3 pork and chicken Italian sausage links (3-1/2 ounces each ), casings removed
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
1 carton (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup shredded fontina cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook rigatoni according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage, mushrooms, onion, garlic and pepper flakes over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up sausage into crumbles; drain. Add tomatoes, mascarpone cheese, cream and nutmeg; cook and stir over medium-low heat until sauce is blended. Stir in fontina cheese until melted., Drain rigatoni; add to sausage mixture and toss to combine. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley.

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Basharath Bhai
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This dish is perfect for a cold winter night. It's hearty and comforting.


Maruf Allam
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Georgz
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I made this dish for my picky kids and they ate it all up! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Sarjun Khan
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this dish was just the right amount of heat. It was flavorful without being overpowering.


Lucia Cervantes
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This dish is so easy to make, but it tastes like it came from a restaurant.


Justina Russo
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I love the combination of sausage, peppers, and tomato sauce. It's a classic Italian flavor combination that never gets old.


Asib Arman
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This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy pasta dinner. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Unik
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I made this dish for my friends last week and they loved it! It's a great dish for a party or potluck.


Ho Nguyen
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover sausage. I also like to add some chopped mushrooms and onions to the sauce for extra flavor.


Beni Beni
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I love this recipe! The sausage and peppers are so flavorful, and the tomato sauce is perfect. I always add a little extra crushed red pepper for a bit of extra heat.


Geisha Doll
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The sausage and peppers add a nice kick of spice, and the tomato sauce is rich and flavorful.


Moshien Ahamed
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The sausage and peppers were perfectly cooked, and the tomato sauce was delicious. The rigatoni was cooked perfectly al dente, and the overall dish was very flavorful.


Muhammad kaif Shahi
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This spicy sausage rigatoni is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The sausage and peppers are cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce, and the rigatoni is cooked al dente. The result is a dish that is both hearty and s