Rigatoni With Ricotta Cheese Recipe

Indulge in this cheesy, comforting Rigatoni with Ricotta and Mozzarella Bake! This recipe features perfectly cooked rigatoni layered with creamy ricotta, rich pasta sauce, and plenty of melted mozzarella. A family favorite, it's easy to customize – use your favorite pasta sauce and don't be shy with the extra cheese! Prepare for a flavor explosion in every bite.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 848.7 kcal
Protein 86g
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Ingredients for Rigatoni With Ricotta Cheese

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How to Make Rigatoni With Ricotta Cheese

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  3. Cook 1 pound of rigatoni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  4. In a medium bowl, beat 2 large eggs lightly.
  5. Stir in 15 ounces of ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  6. Spread 2 cups of your favorite pasta sauce evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  7. Layer half of the cooked rigatoni over the sauce.
  8. Spoon half of the ricotta mixture over the rigatoni.
  9. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the ricotta layer.
  10. Repeat layers: 2 cups pasta sauce, remaining rigatoni, remaining ricotta mixture.
  11. Top with 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese and the remaining 1 cup of pasta sauce.
  12. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
  13. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.
  14. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to allow the cheese to brown slightly.
  15. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving to allow the casserole to set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

76 g

Sugar

97g

Fat

89g

Carbs

28g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Rigatoni With Ricotta Cheese?

Rigatoni With Ricotta Cheese takes about 150 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 130 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Rigatoni With Ricotta Cheese?

Rigatoni With Ricotta Cheese has approximately 848.7 calories per serving, with about 86 g protein, 28 g carbohydrates and 56 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Rigatoni With Ricotta Cheese?

The key ingredients for Rigatoni With Ricotta Cheese are Rigatoni Pasta, Eggs, Ricotta Cheese, Parmesan Cheese, Parsley, Mozzarella Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.

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