{"id":146789,"date":"2025-03-21T01:41:22","date_gmt":"2025-03-21T01:41:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/baking-category-a-b\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini\/"},"modified":"2025-03-21T01:41:22","modified_gmt":"2025-03-21T01:41:22","slug":"rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=146789","title":{"rendered":"Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p><em>Made with Italian sausage, tomatoes, and fresh zucchini, this flavorful rigatoni pasta recipe is a crowd-pleaser! We love using rigatoni pasta because the tubular pasta catches the tomato sauce, onions, and garlic. But use another tubular shape \u2013 or pasta shape you want. This is the perfect pasta recipe when you\u2019re craving healthy-ish comfort food but don\u2019t want one of those heavy baked pasta dishes.<\/em><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-1-of-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"628\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-1-of-1.jpg\" alt=\"Skillet of rigatoni with tomato sauce, sausage, and zucchini on brown table.\" class=\"wp-image-49283\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-1-of-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-1-of-1.jpg 628w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-1-of-1-196x300.jpg 196w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-1-of-1-600x917.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 628px) 100vw, 628px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>You\u2019ll Love this Rigatoni Pasta Recipe<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Packed with flavor, this pasta recipe is a family favorite \u2013 we make it at least once a month!<\/li>\n<li>The fresh tomato sauce is bursting with flavor and texture thanks to Italian sausage, onions and garlic, wine, and veggies.<\/li>\n<li>Unlike lots of rigatoni pasta recipes, there\u2019s no ground beef or heavy cream, making it a lighter choice. You won\u2019t feel super heavy after eating this pasta recipe!<\/li>\n<li>Infinitely adaptable, get creative with the ingredients. Leave out the Italian sausage or sub extra veggies. Check out my substitution suggestions in the sections below.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>The tomato sauce is perfect for dipping a piece of garlic bread or a few\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/homemade-garlic-knots\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">garlic knots<\/a>. NOM.<\/li>\n<li>Leftovers are so delicious and stay fresh for days to come! Just make sure you cook the rigatoni pasta al dente. No one wants mushy noodles!\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Delicious with a <a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/homemade-caesar-salad-the-best-caesar-salad-dressing\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Ceasar salad <\/a>and a cold bottle of white wine. This pasta dish is nice change from\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/classic-pasta-marinara\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">classic marinara sauce<\/a>, and much lighter than\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/baked-rigatoni-with-beef\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">baked rigatoni with beef<\/a>!\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" alt=\"Pan of sausage rigatoni on a table.\" class=\"wp-image-49289\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-600x900.jpg 600w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\" alt=\"Pan of sausage rigatoni on a table.\" class=\"wp-image-49289\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-600x900.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ingredients for Rigatoni with Sausage:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rigatoni Pasta:\u00a0<\/strong>This is my preferred pasta shape, but use farfalle, penne, or any other pasta shape instead.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Olive Oil:<\/strong>\u00a0It doesn\u2019t need to be high-end olive oil. But I don\u2019t suggest using canola oil or vegetable oil.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Crushed Red Pepper Flakes:<\/strong>\u00a0Adds just a touch of heat. Omit if you\u2019re using spicy Italian sausage or you don\u2019t like spicy pasta dishes.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Italian Sausage:<\/strong>\u00a0You can use sweet Italian sausage, spicy Italian sausage, or use a combination!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Yellow Onion:<\/strong>\u00a0But a white onion or shallots will work in a pinch!\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garlic:<\/strong>\u00a0Fresh garlic is essential for adding flavor. Don\u2019t replace this ingredient with garlic powder.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tomato Paste:<\/strong>\u00a0In addition to fresh tomatoes, tomato paste adds an extra punch of tomato flavor! It also helps thicken up the sauce.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grape Tomatoes:<\/strong>\u00a0This variety of tomatoes is what makes our fresh tomato sauce. If you can\u2019t find grape tomatoes, cherry tomatoes will work fine. Or use a couple large heirloom tomatoes. Roughly chop them before adding them to the pan.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>White Wine or Broth:<\/strong>\u00a0Sauvignon blanc or pinot grigio work great in this pasta recipe. But low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth work too!\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fresh Zucchini:<\/strong>\u00a0You can use yellow zucchini, green zucchini, or a combination of both. Use whatever variety is easy to find and looks the freshest.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fresh Basil:<\/strong>\u00a0Dried basil will not give this pasta dish the same flavor, so be sure to use fresh herbs here.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt and Pepper:<\/strong>\u00a0Italian sausage has a good amount of salt, so start with a small amount and adjust as needed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parmesan Cheese:<\/strong>\u00a0This is an optional ingredient. But a sprinkle of cheese is always a welcome addition in my house.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"902\" alt=\"Skillet with rigatoni pasta on a wooden table.\" class=\"wp-image-49290\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-213x300.jpg 213w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-600x846.jpg 600w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"902\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\" alt=\"Skillet with rigatoni pasta on a wooden table.\" class=\"wp-image-49290\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-213x300.jpg 213w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-600x846.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is Rigatoni &amp; Why is it a Special Pasta Shape?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rigatoni is a popular pasta shape that originated in Italy. Especially popular in the south of Italy and Sicily, but now widely used around the world.<\/li>\n<li>The word rigatoni comes from the Italian word rigato, which means \u2018lined\u2019 or \u2018striped\u2019.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Rigatoni noodles are a tubular pasta. Rigatoni is a wider tubular pasta than other tubular shapes like penne and ziti. They are sometimes slightly curved, other times completely straight.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Rigatoni Pasta is the perfect choice for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/baked-rigatoni-fra-diavolo-with-sausage-and-zucchini\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">baked pasta casserole<\/a>, pasta recipes with chunky sauces, or creamy sauces. Or with a simple tomato sauce.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Rigatonis ridges make it more adhesive. Meaning sauce and cheese will stick to it better than smooth surfaces pasta, like ziti, penne, or elbow noodles.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/3-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" alt=\"Pan of rigatoni pasta on a table with white wine and fresh basil\" class=\"wp-image-49287\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/3-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/3-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/3-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/3-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-600x900.jpg 600w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/3-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/3-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\" alt=\"Pan of rigatoni pasta on a table with white wine and fresh basil\" class=\"wp-image-49287\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/3-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/3-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/3-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/3-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-600x900.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Italian Sausage vs Ground Beef<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Italian sausage is going to give you the best flavor and texture in this recipe. It has a variety of herbs and spices mixed into the meat. And it\u2019ll stay in larger chunks when cooked.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>I find pork sausage works the best. Use chicken sausage or turkey sausage if you enjoy their flavor and texture.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>You can sub ground beef instead of the Italian sausage. I\u2019d suggest adding some extra basil and maybe a dash or two of Italian seasoning to make up for the lost flavor.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-1-of-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"910\" alt=\"Sausage rigatoni with zucchini and tomato sauce in a stainless steel skillet. \" class=\"wp-image-49275\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-1-of-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-1-of-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-1-of-1-211x300.jpg 211w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-1-of-1-600x853.jpg 600w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-1-of-1.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"910\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-1-of-1.jpg\" alt=\"Sausage rigatoni with zucchini and tomato sauce in a stainless steel skillet. \" class=\"wp-image-49275\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-1-of-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-1-of-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-1-of-1-211x300.jpg 211w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rigatoni-1-of-1-600x853.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I add Heavy Cream to the Tomato Sauce?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To make this into a cream sauce, cook as directed. When you remove the pan from heat, stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring constantly as you pour.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>You can also mix a 1\/2 cup of finely grated parmesan cheese into the sauce to make it even creamier.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>If you add heavy cream and like spicy sauce, you\u2019ll likely need extra red pepper flakes. The cream dilutes the spice, so adding more will give you a more potent spicy flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/4-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" alt=\"Rigatoni with sausage, zucchini, and tomato sauce in a white bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-49286\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/4-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/4-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/4-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/4-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-600x900.jpg 600w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/4-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/4-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\" alt=\"Rigatoni with sausage, zucchini, and tomato sauce in a white bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-49286\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/4-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/4-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/4-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bakerbynature.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/4-rigatoni-with-sausage-tomatoes-and-zucchini-3123-1-of-1-600x900.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Cook Rigatoni\u00a0and Tomato Sauce<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bring Water to a Boil:<\/strong>\u00a0Once you have boiling water, add salt then add the pasta. Stir the pasta in the boiling water so the noodles don\u2019t stick together.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cook the Pasta:<\/strong>\u00a0Until al dente. Don\u2019t overcook the rigatoni or it will become mushy when you mix it with the tomato sauce. Drain and set aside until needed.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make the Sauce:\u00a0<\/strong>Cook over medium heat until the tomatoes burst, then toss in the zucchini and cook until tender. Season, taste, and adjust as needed.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stir in the Pasta:<\/strong>\u00a0Add in the rigatoni and stir well to combine. 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