Rigatoni pasta with tomatoes and sausages

4 servings

25 minutes

Rigatoni pasta with tomatoes and sausages is the embodiment of a cozy European-style home dinner. This dish hails from Italy, where pasta with rich sauces and meat ingredients has become a symbol of comfort and hospitality. The ribbed surface of rigatoni beautifully holds the aromatic tomato sauce infused with hints of white wine and garlic. The combination of tender sausages, fresh tomatoes, and basil creates a harmony of flavors: rich, slightly spicy, and refreshing at the same time. A generous portion of parmesan finishes the dish with a subtle nutty note. It’s an ideal choice for both family dinners and friendly gatherings as it combines simplicity in preparation with the exquisite taste of authentic Italian cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 496.9
• Proteins: 16.5g
• Fats: 16.9g
• Carbohydrates: 60.6g

Ingredients

• Olive oil: 1 tbsp
• Sausages: 4 pc
• Garlic: 2 clove
• White wine: 200 ml
• Tomato puree: 1 tbsp
• Tomatoes: 400 g
• Rigatoni Pasta: 500 g
• Basil: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package. Drain the water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Rigatoni Pasta: 500 g

2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet. Fry the sausages until golden brown for 8 minutes, adding garlic 1 minute before they are done. Pour in white wine and boil until it reduces by half.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Sausages: 4 pieces
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • White wine: 200 ml

3. Add tomato puree, tomatoes, and spices to taste. Cook on low heat for 15 minutes until the sauce thickens.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomato puree: 1 tablespoon
   • Tomatoes: 400 g
   • Basil:  to taste

4. Add basil and sauce to the pasta; serve on the table sprinkled with parmesan cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Basil:  to taste