Cheesy Beef Rigatoni Bake
This comforting pasta dish combines tender rigatoni, seasoned ground beef, creamy tomato sauce, and gooey mozzarella for an easy dinner favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
→ Main Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ yellow onion, diced
1 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
24 ounces marinara sauce
½ cup heavy whipping cream
16 ounces rigatoni pasta, cooked al dente
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Cook Pasta: Boil rigatoni until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Cook Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and cook diced onion until soft (2–3 minutes). Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess grease.
Season: Stir in Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Make Sauce: Pour in marinara sauce and heavy cream, stirring until fully combined.
Add Pasta: Mix in the cooked rigatoni and gently stir to coat all noodles in the creamy beef sauce.
Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer mixture to a baking dish, top with shredded mozzarella, and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Let rest for a few minutes before serving warm. Enjoy!
Notes
Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Substitute ground turkey or sausage for variety.
Can be assembled ahead and baked later.
Add fresh basil or parsley for garnish.
Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/cheesy-beef-rigatoni-bake/
