MEATBALL RIGATONI ALFREDO
My kids love meatballs with rigatoni or spaghetti. The baked cheese sauce in this recipe just takes it over the top!-Jennifer Ross, Clinton, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine egg, bread crumbs, water, cheese and seasonings. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. In a Dutch oven, brown meatballs in oil in batches; remove and keep warm. , Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. In drippings, saute onion until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add wine; cook and stir 3 minutes., Return meatballs to pan; stir in tomatoes and parsley. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 25-30 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. , Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°. Cook rigatoni according to package directions. , In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese., Drain rigatoni; place in a large bowl. Add meatballs and sauce; stir to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Top with Alfredo sauce; sprinkle with thyme, oregano and remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 849 calories, Fat 41g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 196mg cholesterol, Sodium 1027mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 47g protein.
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Noah Allen
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of alfredo sauce, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was so light and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the meatballs and pasta. I will definitely be making this again.
Ishfaq Dulloo
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for meatball rigatoni alfredo. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make. I love that I can make the meatballs and sauce ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.
Alishba Khan
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the meatballs and the alfredo sauce. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Italian food.
Mfaheem Zahoor
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The meatballs were so tender and flavorful, and the alfredo sauce was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again!
Ziaullah khan Ziaullah khan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cooking, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The meatballs were juicy and the alfredo sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
fatuum mohamed
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The meatballs were cooked perfectly and the alfredo sauce was so creamy and flavorful. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.
Stephanie Ntim
[email protected]I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a hit. The meatballs are so easy to make and the alfredo sauce is delicious. I like to add a little bit of extra garlic and parmesan cheese to the sauce for even more flavor.
Romani Cook
[email protected]This dish is a classic for a reason. The meatballs are always juicy and flavorful, and the alfredo sauce is rich and creamy. I love serving this dish with a side of garlic bread and a glass of red wine.
Thomas Zellmann Jr
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of alfredo sauce, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was so light and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the meatballs and pasta. I will definitely be making this again.
Apsar Khan
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for meatball rigatoni alfredo. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make. I love that I can make the meatballs and sauce ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.
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[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the meatballs and the alfredo sauce was to die for. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Italian food.
aris ghani
[email protected]This meatball rigatoni alfredo was a hit with my family! The meatballs were so tender and flavorful, and the alfredo sauce was rich and creamy. The pasta was cooked perfectly and everything came together so well. I will definitely be making this agai