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Cheesy Baked Rigatoni

A comforting and cheesy baked pasta dish that brings friends and family together.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 large Yellow Onions peeled and diced
  • 8 cloves Garlic minced
  • 58 ounces Canned Tomato Sauce (2 cans)
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Oregano
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Basil
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Pepper
  • 1 pound Rigatoni Pasta
  • to taste Cheese e.g., mozzarella, parmesan, or ricotta

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare your ingredients. Chop the onions and mince the garlic. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Step 2: Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and do not rinse.
  • Step 3: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until soft, then add garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Step 4: Add tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Step 5: Combine the cooked rigatoni with the sauce, stirring well to coat the pasta.
  • Step 6: In a baking dish, layer half of the rigatoni mixture, sprinkle cheese, then add the remaining rigatoni and top with more cheese.
  • Step 7: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  • Step 8: Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Notes

Feel free to add protein or vegetables for a heartier meal. You can also prepare the dish in advance and refrigerate before baking.