Baked Rigatoni With Meat Sauce

"Imagine devouring a warm, freshly-baked hefty serving of this Baked Rigatoni with Meat Sauce — each piece of rigatoni pasta is smothered with rich Bolognese sauce and melty cheese. Sounds great? This rigatoni Bolognese just hits the right spot when you’re craving something meaty, cheesy, and comforting. The crushed tomatoes meld with the ground meat, roasted garlic paste, onion, celery, and carrots to make a flavor-rich sauce for the rigatoni noodles. It’s great for special occasions or just because."

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If you enjoyed the hearty and comforting flavors of Baked Rigatoni with Meat Sauce, we have some recommendations that we think you'll love to try next. For those looking to stick with the pasta theme, we suggest trying our recipe for Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake. This dish combines succulent chicken with creamy alfredo sauce and gooey cheese, making it a perfect comfort food option for a cozy night in.

If you're looking to branch out a bit, we recommend giving our recipe for Stuffed Bell Peppers a try. Similar to the baked rigatoni, this recipe offers a satisfying and filling meal but with a vegetable twist. The combination of savory meat, rice, and melted cheese stuffed inside a sweet bell pepper is sure to please your taste buds.

For those who want to take their cooking skills up a notch, we suggest trying our Beef Wellington recipe. While it may be a bit more labor-intensive than the baked rigatoni, the end result is well worth the effort. This elegant dish features a tender beef tenderloin encased in flaky puff pastry, making it an impressive option for a special occasion or dinner party.

No matter what recipe you choose to try next, we are sure that you'll enjoy the process of preparing and sharing a delicious meal with your loved ones. Happy cooking!

Preparation Time15 min

Cooking Time45 min

Cooking MethodOven

Cooking Vessel Size13×9 baking dish