Description
A hearty and delicious baked rigatoni dish with a rich meat sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
- Add ground beef, cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Mix cooked rigatoni with the meat sauce.
- Transfer to a baking dish. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or Italian sausage for the beef.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian