Baked Rigatoni with Sausage
Baked Rigatoni with Sausage is the epitome of comfort food, featuring al dente rigatoni enveloped in a savory marinara sauce, mixed with juicy Italian sausage, and topped with gooey layers of mozzarella and Parmesan. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this dish promises to delight everyone at the table. Serve it alongside garlic bread and a fresh salad to create a meal that’s both hearty and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, torn
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage until cooked through (5-7 minutes).
- Stir marinara sauce into the skillet with sausage, then add drained rigatoni, mixing well.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the rigatoni mixture, sprinkle half of the mozzarella and Parmesan on top, then add the remaining rigatoni mixture and top with the rest of the cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sauté some garlic and onion with the sausage.- Feel free to substitute sausage with ground turkey or add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.