Description
Baked Rigatoni with Sausage is a comforting and hearty dish that elevates any mealtime. With layers of tender rigatoni pasta enveloped in a rich marinara sauce, savory sausage, and gooey cheese, this casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining friends, it’s easy to prepare and sure to impress. Experience the warmth and joy of this delightful recipe that brings smiles with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb spicy Italian sausage
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil rigatoni in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and crumble in the sausage. Cook until browned, around 5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Stir in marinara sauce and dollops of ricotta cheese; mix until heated through for about 3 minutes.
- Gently fold the cooked rigatoni into the sausage mixture until evenly coated.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and top with mozzarella cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh basil and serving.
- 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: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg