Classic Portuguese Pasta
A simple yet flavorful pasta dish inspired by traditional Portuguese cuisine. Fresh rigatoni is tossed in a savory sauce made with chewy Portuguese sausage, herbs, and spices.
Ingredients
- β12 oz Rigatoni pastaFresh rigatoni pasta
- β1 lb Portuguese sausageChewy Portuguese sausage
- β2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oilFor cooking
- β3 cloves GarlicMinced
- β1/4 cup Fresh parsleyChopped
- β1 tsp SaltTo taste
- β1/2 tsp Black pepperTo taste
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 4
Add Portuguese sausage and cook until browned, breaking up with a spoon as it cooks.
- 5
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add cooked rigatoni pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine with sausage and garlic.
- 7
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 8
Garnish with chopped parsley.
- 9
Serve hot and enjoy!