Baked Rigatoni Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Cheese Mixture
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
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.
Sauce Preparation
- 2
Make the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cheese Mixture Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, the egg, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Assembly and Baking
- 4
Assemble the Dish
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large baking dish, spread a layer of the sauce on the bottom. Add half of the cooked rigatoni, followed by half of the ricotta mixture, and half of the mozzarella. Repeat the layers with the remaining rigatoni, ricotta mixture, and top with the remaining sauce and mozzarella.
- 5
Bake the Rigatoni
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 6
Serve
Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.