Rigatoni Alla Burrina

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Creamy and savory Rigatoni alla Burrina recipe

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	350 g rigatoni pasta
	6 links mild Italian sausage
	300 g plum tomatoes , blanched , peeled , seeded and chopped ( canned will work fine )
	2/3 cup cream
	1 pinch dried thyme
	freshly grated cheese ( either Romano or Parmigiano as you prefer )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

810

Sugar

Fat

55g

Rigatoni alla Burrina is a classic Italian pasta dish that features rigatoni pasta coated in a creamy tomato and sausage sauce. This recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for a comforting meal on a busy weeknight. The addition of mild Italian sausage adds a meaty and flavorful component to the dish, while the freshly grated cheese adds an extra layer of creaminess and indulgence. While it may not be the healthiest pasta dish out there, Rigatoni alla Burrina is sure to satisfy your craving for something savory and comforting.

Instructions

1.	Boil pasta in a pot of salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2.	In a separate pan, cook the Italian sausage until browned and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3.	In the same pan, add the chopped tomatoes and dried thyme. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes are slightly softened.
4.	Add the cream and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
5.	Add the cooked sausage and rigatoni to the pan and toss until well coated in the sauce.
6.	Serve hot with freshly grated cheese on top.

PROS

This savory pasta dish is creamy and indulgent, perfect for a comforting meal.

The Italian sausage adds a meaty and flavorful component.

Quick and easy to make, perfect for a busy weeknight.

CONS

Due to the cream and cheese, this dish is high in calories and fat.

Not suitable for vegans or those with lactose intolerance.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it does provide a good source of protein from the Italian sausage.
Tomatoes contain lycopene, an antioxidant that may help reduce the risk of certain diseases.
However, the high amount of cream and cheese may outweigh any potential health benefits in this recipe.