Rigatoni with Sausage & Fennel
- Level: Intermediate
- Total: 1 hr
- Active: 40 min
- Yield: 6 servings
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- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Serving Size
- 1 of 6 servings
- Calories
- 823
- Total Fat
- 40 g
- Saturated Fat
- 19 g
- Carbohydrates
- 72 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 5 g
- Sugar
- 9 g
- Protein
- 38 g
- Cholesterol
- 99 mg
- Sodium
- 951 mg
- Level: Intermediate
- Total: 1 hr
- Active: 40 min
- Yield: 6 servings
-
- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Serving Size
- 1 of 6 servings
- Calories
- 823
- Total Fat
- 40 g
- Saturated Fat
- 19 g
- Carbohydrates
- 72 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 5 g
- Sugar
- 9 g
- Protein
- 38 g
- Cholesterol
- 99 mg
- Sodium
- 951 mg
Ingredients
Directions
- Heat the olive oil in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven, such as Le Creuset, over medium heat. Add the fennel and onion and saute for 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Add the sausage and cook for 7 to 8 minutes, crumbling it with a fork, until nicely browned. Add the garlic, crushed fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper and cook for one minute. Pour in the wine, bring to a boil, and add the heavy cream, half-and-half, and tomato paste. Bring back to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer for 20 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil, add 2 tablespoons salt, and cook the rigatoni according to the directions on the package. Drain and add to the sauce, stirring to coat the pasta. Cook over low heat for 5 minutes to allow the pasta to absorb the sauce. Off the heat, stir in the parsley and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan. Serve hot in shallow bowls with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan on the side.
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Recipe Review Highlights
This dish is celebrated for its rich, creamy sauce and the unique flavor profile that fennel brings. The sausage adds a hearty, spicy kick, and the combination of ingredients creates a complex, restaurant-quality taste.
People have successfully substituted various ingredients like using sweet or spicy Italian sausage, vegan heavy whipping cream, or plant-based ground Italian sausage. They also added vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or tomatoes, and used chicken broth instead of white wine.
This pasta dish is versatile enough to be enjoyed at various occasions, from casual family dinners to formal dinner parties. It's also a hit for potlucks and gatherings, making it a favorite for both casual and special events.
