Rigatoni with Sausage and Asparagus

This is a simple, delicious dish that is great for a family get together!

4 links of hot Italian sausage (I used turkey sausage) 

1 pound of asparagus – cut into 1” length

3 fresh tomatoes - cut into 1/2" cubes

1/2 spanish onion, chopped

3 cloves of garlic - chopped

1/4 tsp of hot pepper flakes

1/4 tsp of basil

1/4 tsp of parsley

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup dry red wine

Salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup freshly grated ricotta salata

Boil water.

Saute onion, garlic, hot pepper flakes, basil and parsley,

Add sausage (out of casing).  Break up into small pieces.  Once cooked through, add tomatoes.

Add rigatoni to water and add cream and red wine to saute pan.  Simmer on low- medium heat until thickened.  About 10-15 minutes.

Add asparagus and heat through.

Next, Add rigatoni to sauce.

Plate rigatoni and sprinkle fresh ricotta salata on top of dish.  ENJOY :)