Rigatoni Casserole Recipe
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Ingredients
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Casserole Ingredients
Method
Casserole Directions
- 1
Cook the Rigatoni
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Meat Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Stir in the marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the skillet with the beef mixture. Mix well to combine.
- 4
Layer the Casserole
In a large baking dish, layer half of the cooked rigatoni at the bottom. Pour half of the meat sauce mixture over the pasta, then sprinkle with half of the mozzarella and half of the Parmesan cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining rigatoni, sauce, and cheeses.
- 5
Bake
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- 6
Serve
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 10 minutes before serving. Cut into squares and enjoy your delicious rigatoni casserole!
