Description
Savor the ultimate comfort food experience with this Beef Rigatoni Cheese Bake—a delightful blend of hearty beef, rich marinara sauce, and gooey cheese layered between tender rigatoni. Perfect for cozy nights in or casual gatherings, this dish promises to warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. With its irresistible aroma and creamy texture, it’s a crowd-pleaser that guarantees smiles at the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine cooked rigatoni with the beef mixture until well coated.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the mixture, top with half of the mozzarella, then add the remaining mixture.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan, 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: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg