Description
Cheesy Beef Rigatoni Bake is a comforting, hearty dish that combines tender beef, gooey cheese, and al dente rigatoni in a rich marinara sauce. This delightful bake is perfect for cozy family dinners or potlucks, offering a symphony of flavors that will leave everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite vegetables, this recipe promises to bring warmth and joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook rigatoni in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Increase heat and add ground beef; cook until browned (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked rigatoni with half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Combine with the beef mixture.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with remaining cheeses, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg