Sausage and Peppers Rigatoni

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente; save 1 cup pasta water and drain.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, remove the sausage from its casings and brown it in the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat for 6 minutes, breaking it into chunks.

3. 3

   Add the sliced peppers and onion and cook 6 minutes until soft and a little charred, then add garlic and oregano for 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Stir in the crushed tomatoes and simmer 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Toss in the rigatoni with a splash of pasta water and finish with parmesan. Use mild sausage for kids, or hot if your crew likes heat.