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Baked Rigatoni Stuffed with

Delicious Baked Rigatoni Stuffed with Beef Ragu

  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Layers of tender rigatoni pasta, rich beef ragu sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese come together in this irresistibly comforting Baked Rigatoni Stuffed with Beef Ragu & Mozzarella dish. Perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound rigatoni pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up as it cooks, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
  5. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the beef ragu sauce for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
  6. In a large baking dish, layer half of the cooked rigatoni. Top with half of the beef ragu sauce, and then half of the mozzarella cheese.
  7. Repeat the layers, ending with the remaining mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 35 minutes
    • Category: Main Course
    • Method: Baking
    • Cuisine: Italian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 cup
    • Calories: 550
    • Sugar: 6g
    • Sodium: 800mg
    • Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
    • Carbohydrates: 40g
    • Fiber: 3g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Cholesterol: 100mg

    Keywords: Baked Rigatoni, Beef Ragu, Mozzarella, Italian Pasta

    Find it online: https://www.recipesmollybaz.com/baked-rigatoni-stuffed-with/