Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Cheesy Beef Rigatoni Bake! This delightful dish features tender rigatoni enveloped in a rich, savory beef and marinara sauce, layered with gooey cheese for a satisfying experience. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe delivers on flavor and ease, making it a must-try for any home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz large rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned, breaking it apart as needed. Drain excess fat.
- Pour marinara sauce into the skillet with beef; stir in Italian seasoning and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Combine cooked rigatoni with the meat sauce in a large bowl, mixing well to coat.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a baking dish, layer half of the pasta mixture followed by half of the shredded cheeses. Repeat layers and top with Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg