Rigatoni with hot Italian sausage and cabbage

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Ingredients:

• 1 pound rigatoni pasta
• 1 pound hot Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 small head of cabbage, thinly sliced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook the rigatoni pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the Italian sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Cook until browned and cooked through. Remove any excess fat.
3. Add chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
4. Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is wilted and softened.
5. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and chicken broth. Stir in the dried oregano and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the cabbage to become tender.
6. Once the cabbage is tender, add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet. Toss everything together, allowing the pasta to absorb the flavors of the sauce.
7. Serve the rigatoni with hot Italian sausage and cabbage in bowls, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley.

Enjoy your delicious and hearty Rigatoni with Hot Italian Sausage and Cabbage!