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Creamy Sausage Alfredo Bake

Indulgent Creamy Sausage Alfredo Bake You Can't Resist

This Creamy Sausage Alfredo Bake is a comforting and indulgent dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Saucepan
  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta

  • 12 oz Rigatoni Pasta Can substitute with penne or ziti.

For the Sauce

  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can be substituted with your favorite cooking oil.
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Can use salted butter if unsalted is unavailable.
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be used for a lighter option.
  • 2 tbsp Flour Optional if using enough heavy cream.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic delivers robust flavor.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is ideal.

For the Filling

  • 1 lb Italian Sausage Sweet variety is recommended.
  • 1 medium Onion Use yellow or white for optimal flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Dried basil can be substituted.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Cook the rigatoni in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and toss with olive oil.
  • Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in olive oil until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add Italian sausage to the pan and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Mix in basil, salt, and pepper.
  • Prepare the sauce by mashing garlic, melting butter, stirring in heavy cream and the mashed garlic on low heat.
  • Whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  • Combine flour with a splash of heavy cream, then stir into the sauce until fully incorporated.
  • Mix Alfredo sauce with sausage mixture and rigatoni, and transfer to a baking dish. Top with shaved Parmesan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned.
  • Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

This dish can be prepared in advance and refrigerated before baking. Perfect for meal prep!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg
Keyword comfort food, Creamy Sausage Alfredo Bake, Family Dinner, Italian Recipe, Pasta Bake, Quick Dinner
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