Baked Rigatoni Casserole Recipe
A hearty and delicious baked rigatoni casserole that's perfect for family dinners.
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Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Dish
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the rigatoni pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the marinara sauce, oregano, basil, and minced garlic to the pot with the ground beef. Stir to combine and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rigatoni pasta with the sauce mixture. Stir until the pasta is well coated.
- Transfer half of the pasta mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Add the remaining pasta mixture on top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes:
This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake.
Nutrition value:
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg
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