Baked Rigatoni Bolognese Recipe
Rigatoni with a hearty beef and italian sausage meat sauce and tossed with smoked provolone and mozzarella
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meat Sauce
Cheese
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Rigatoni
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Meat Sauce Preparation
- 2
- 3
Brown the Meat
Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the skillet. Cook, breaking the meat apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- 4
Add Tomato Ingredients
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combine and Bake
- 5
Mix Pasta and Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rigatoni with the meat sauce. Stir in the smoked provolone and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix until well combined.
- 6
Prepare for Baking
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the rigatoni and meat sauce mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with the remaining mozzarella and the grated Parmesan cheese.
- 7
Bake the Dish
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish and Serve
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.