Baked Rigatoni Recipe

Time1h
Serves6

Enjoy our Baked Rigatoni, a hearty pasta dish layered with rich marinara sauce, gooey cheese, and savory herbs, baked to perfection for a comforting meal.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

1

Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2

Cook the Pasta

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3

Mix the Cheese Filling

In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, salt, black pepper, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix until well combined.

4

Combine Pasta and Sauce

In another bowl, mix the cooked rigatoni with marinara sauce and fresh basil.

5

Layer the Dish

In a greased baking dish, spread half of the rigatoni mixture. Spoon the ricotta cheese mixture over it, then top with the remaining rigatoni. Sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

6

Bake

Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

7

Serve

Remove from oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your baked rigatoni!