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Baked Rigatoni

Yields4 ServingsTotal Time45 mins

Baked Rigatoni satisfies lasagna cravings without all the hassle. Try this dish for a simple take on a traditional dish with all the same flavors.

Rigatoni pasta coated in marinara sauce, topped with cheese, and baked in a ramekin

Ingredients
 8 ounces Mueller's® Rigatoni
 1/2 pound lean ground beef
 1/2 cup chopped onion
 1 clove garlic, minced
 1 (15-1/2 ounce) jar meatless spaghetti sauce
 1/8 teaspoon pepper
 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
 1/2 cup milk
 1/2 teaspoon salt
 1 cup (8 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Cooking Directions
1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray an 8x8-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.

2

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.

3

Meanwhile, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 4 minutes, or until meat is lightly browned. Stir in spaghetti sauce and pepper. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes or until meat is cooked through.

4

In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, milk and salt. Add rigatoni to cheese mixture and toss to coat.

5

Spoon half the rigatoni mixture into baking dish. Sprinkle 1/2 cup mozzarella on top, then add 1 cup meat sauce mixture. Repeat layers with remaining pasta, cheese, and sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

6

Bake 20 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 4 Servings

Servings 4