Creamy Sausage Rigatoni: An Indulgent Twist with Turkey Bacon
A deliciously creamy pasta dish featuring sausage and turkey bacon, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
- 12 ounces rigatoni
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 8 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add the Italian sausage and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning, sautéing for an additional minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, followed by the crumbled turkey bacon.
- Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet, mixing thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Creamy Sausage Rigatoni, Turkey Bacon, Pasta, Comfort Food