Description
Indulge in a plate of Baked Rigatoni with Sausage, where al dente pasta meets rich marinara sauce, savory sausage, and an irresistible blend of melted mozzarella and Parmesan. This dish captures the essence of comfort food, perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With its easy preparation and customizable ingredients, it’s bound to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups fresh mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and brown the sausage for about 5-7 minutes until crumbly.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; cook until onions are translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in marinara sauce and cooked rigatoni until well combined.
- Fold in half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese into the mixture.
- Transfer to the greased baking dish, top with remaining cheeses, and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 55mg