Beef Rigatoni Cheese Bake – Hearty, Cheesy Comfort You’ll Love
Enjoy a delicious Beef Rigatoni Cheese Bake, a hearty and cheesy comfort food that is perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat-based
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the beef. Stir to combine.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cooked rigatoni, ricotta cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Pour the beef mixture over the pasta and mix gently.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge before baking.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Beef Rigatoni Cheese Bake, Comfort Food, Cheesy Recipes