This baked rigatoni dish is a comforting twist on classic Italian pasta, featuring a rich mixture of ricotta cheese, eggs, and fresh spinach. The rigatoni noodles hold the savory sauce beautifully, creating a tender yet satisfying texture in every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal weeknight dinner that feels special without requiring hours in the kitchen. Serve it to your family for a hearty main course that pairs perfectly with a simple green salad or crusty bread. This recipe is versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite herbs or vegetables.
Mr. Food’S Garden Rigatoni
Description
This baked rigatoni dish is a comforting twist on classic Italian pasta, featuring a rich mixture of ricotta cheese, eggs, and fresh spinach. The rigatoni noodles hold the savory sauce beautifully, creating a tender yet satisfying texture in every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal weeknight dinner that feels special without requiring hours in the kitchen. Serve it to your family for a hearty main course that pairs perfectly with a simple green salad or crusty bread. This recipe is versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite herbs or vegetables.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 375ðF (191ðC).
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Cook the pasta according to package directions, but remove it 3 minutes before it is fully done.
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Drain the pasta, rinse with cold water, and drain again; set aside.
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In a large bowl, combine the spinach, ricotta cheese, beaten eggs, 3/4 cup of the grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, and spaghetti sauce.
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Mix the ingredients well until thoroughly combined.
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Add the cooked pasta to the bowl and toss until the noodles are evenly coated with the mixture.
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Pour the mixture into a 9" x 13" baking dish that has been coated with nonstick vegetable spray.
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Sprinkle the top with the remaining 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
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Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pasta is heated through and the top is golden.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 9
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 263.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.2g5%
- Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 396.1mg17%
- Total Carbohydrate 46.4g16%
- Dietary Fiber 13.0g52%
- Sugars 2.6g
- Protein 20.2g41%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Be creative with your rigatoni! Feel free to add your favorite seasonings or add-ins to customize the flavor.
For a heartier dish, consider adding browned sausage or shredded mozzarella cheese to the mixture before baking.
Ensure the frozen spinach is thoroughly thawed and squeezed dry to prevent the dish from becoming watery.
