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Baked Rigatoni with Ground Beef

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This baked rigatoni with ground beef is the ultimate cozy dinner—hearty, cheesy, and packed with bold Italian flavor. With tender pasta, rich meat sauce, and melty mozzarella, it’s a crowd-pleasing casserole that’s easy to prep and perfect for weeknights or feeding a hungry family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 300 g rigatoni pasta
  • 500 g ground beef
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp dried basil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh basil for garnish optional

Instructions
 

  • Cook rigatoni in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic.
  • Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  • Stir in marinara, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes.
  • Toss pasta with meat sauce and transfer to a greased baking dish.
  • Top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/baked-rigatoni-with-ground-beef/

Notes

  • Use al dente pasta so it doesn’t overcook while baking.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or sausage for the beef.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.
  • This dish reheats well and makes great leftovers!