Rigatoni with Italian Sausage | Bartholomew Estate Winery

Ingredients

• 1 Tbs olive oil
• 1 lb mild Italian sausage, ground
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp fennel seeds, crushed
• salt and pepper
• red pepper flakes, if desired
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 28 ounces tomato puree
• 2 Tbs tomato paste
• 1 lb rigatoni pasta
• 1 cup mozzarella, grated
• 1/4 cup mascarpone
• 1 bunch fresh basil, leaves torn