Description

Classico Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce uses fresh ingredients to deliver authentic Italian flavor to your family’s favorite dishes. Our tomato and basil sauce combines red-ripe tomatoes with fresh basil, garlic and onion to deliver traditional Italian flavor. Simmer and serve our gluten-free red sauce in your chicken parmesan, lasagna recipe or pasta for a classic flavor that keeps you coming back for more. It also works as a dipping sauce or as a tomato and basil pizza sauce. Refrigerate Classico Pasta Sauce after opening.

Rigatoni with Classic Italian-Style Sauce

This easy to prepare family favorite is a central part of weeknight meal planning. Add dinner rolls and a tossed salad for a complete meal.

Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 25 mins | Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 1 Classico® Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
• 1 1/2 lb. sweet or hot italian-style bulk sausage
• 3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 16 oz. rigatoni pasta
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium high heat, brown sausage for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring until small crumbles form. Drain fat if needed. Add onion and pepper, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in Pasta Sauce and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium low and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top and serve hot with cooked pasta.