Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsParizadeMezze Rigatoni Recipe

Mezze Rigatoni Recipe

Inspired by Parizade
Time30m
Serves4

Italian sausage, tomato, roasted red peppers, chili flakes, spinach, parmesan

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Sausage

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Vegetables

    Stir in diced tomatoes, roasted red peppers, and chili flakes. Let simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Spinach

    Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Combine with Pasta

    Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet. Toss everything together to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

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