Tasty Crockpot Cheese Baked Rigatoni You Will Be Using A Pan To Recipe

Say goodbye to dry, over-baked rigatoni! This recipe delivers perfectly melted cheese and a flavorful sauce throughout every bite. We start this dish on the stovetop for a rich base, then finish it in the slow cooker for ultimate creamy deliciousness. The aroma alone will have everyone rushing to the table! This recipe uses Newman's Own sausage and pepper sauce for an incredible flavor boost, but feel free to experiment with your favorite! Serve with a simple salad and garlic bread for a complete and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 170 mins
Calories 812.5 kcal
Protein 86g
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How to Make Tasty Crockpot Cheese Baked Rigatoni You Will Be Using A Pan To

  1. Brown 1 lb. Italian sausage (removed from casings) in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in 1 (15 ounce) can Newman's Own Sausage and Pepper sauce.
  6. Add 1 lb. rigatoni pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce.
  7. Transfer the pasta and sauce mixture to a slow cooker.
  8. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, and 1/4 cup ricotta cheese.
  9. Pour the cheese mixture over the pasta and sauce in the slow cooker.
  10. Cover and cook on low for 1-1.5 hours, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Serve immediately. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

53 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

94g

Carbs

15g

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How long does it take to make Tasty Crockpot Cheese Baked Rigatoni You Will Be Using A Pan To?

Tasty Crockpot Cheese Baked Rigatoni You Will Be Using A Pan To takes about 190 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 170 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tasty Crockpot Cheese Baked Rigatoni You Will Be Using A Pan To?

Tasty Crockpot Cheese Baked Rigatoni You Will Be Using A Pan To has approximately 812.5 calories per serving, with about 86 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 76 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tasty Crockpot Cheese Baked Rigatoni You Will Be Using A Pan To?

The key ingredients for Tasty Crockpot Cheese Baked Rigatoni You Will Be Using A Pan To are Yellow Onions, Lean Ground Beef, Bulk Italian Sausage, Salt, Black Pepper, Onion Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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