Keto Sausage Rigatoni

Keto Sausage Rigatoni is a rich and hearty dish that combines flavorful sausage with creamy cauliflower-based rigatoni, offering a low-carb twist on a classic Italian favorite. Perfect for a satisfying dinner, this dish is both delicious and keto-friendly.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower - 300 grams
• Italian sausage (bulk, no casing) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Heavy cream - 100 ml
• Parmesan cheese (grated) - 50 grams
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh basil (chopped) - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cut the cauliflower into florets and cook in boiling water for about 10 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the Italian sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. In a blender, combine the cooked cauliflower, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Blend until smooth to create a creamy sauce.
5. Pour the cauliflower sauce into the skillet with the sausage, stirring to combine and heat through for about 2-3 minutes.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 24 g
• Carbs: 9 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 38 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for keto diets.
• Rich in protein from the sausage and healthy fats from olive oil and heavy cream.

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