Rigatoni Al Forno Baked Rigatoni With Roasted Asparagus And On Recipe

This 30-minute Rigatoni Al Forno recipe is a healthy and delicious weeknight dinner! Forget heavy sauces and excessive cheese – this dish lets the roasted asparagus and balsamic vinegar shine. Simple, flavorful, and perfect for a one-pan cleanup!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 594.1 kcal
Protein 42g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Rigatoni Al Forno Baked Rigatoni With Roasted Asparagus And On

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How to Make Rigatoni Al Forno Baked Rigatoni With Roasted Asparagus And On

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  3. While water is heating, pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil into a 9x13 inch glass baking dish.
  4. Add 1 large chopped yellow onion to the baking dish, tossing to coat with oil.
  5. Roast uncovered for 5 minutes.
  6. Add 1 pound of trimmed asparagus to the baking dish. Stir and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  7. Spread vegetables in a single layer and roast for another 5 minutes.
  8. Meanwhile, add 1 pound of rigatoni to the boiling water and cook until al dente, according to package directions.
  9. Drain the pasta reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta water.
  10. Add the drained pasta to the baking dish with the roasted vegetables. Stir in 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
  11. Mix well, adding a little pasta water if needed to loosen the mixture.
  12. Sprinkle 1/2 cup bread crumbs evenly over the top.
  13. Cover the baking dish with foil and return to the oven.
  14. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the bread crumbs are golden brown and crisp.
  15. Let stand for a few minutes before serving. Drizzle with extra balsamic vinegar if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

20g

Carbs

29g