Italian Baked Rigatoni with Sausage & Mozzarella
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Category
Main Course
Servings
6 servings
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
55 minutes
Calories
650
Author:
Supermarket Italy
This delicious Italian Baked Rigatoni combines tender pasta, savory Italian sausage, rich tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese.
Baked until golden and bubbly, it's the perfect comforting dish for family dinners and special gatherings.
Ingredients
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12 oz rigatoni pasta
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1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
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2 cups Italian marinara sauce
1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Directions
Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the pasta: Boil the rigatoni in salted water until slightly under al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the sausage: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked.
Add the sauce: Stir in the marinara sauce and oregano. Simmer for 5 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper.
Combine: Toss the cooked rigatoni with the sausage and tomato sauce.
Assemble: Transfer half of the pasta mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan, then add the remaining pasta and cheese.
Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.
Recipe Note
Buy Giuseppe Cocco Rigatoni Giganti (Casareccio) - 17.6 oz (500g) and more authentic Italian favorites at Supermarket Italy.