Best 12 Rigatoni With Meat And Cheese Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Rigatoni with Meat and Cheese Sauce, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This hearty and satisfying dish combines perfectly cooked rigatoni pasta with a rich and flavorful meat sauce, enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese. The combination of ground beef, Italian sausage, and savory vegetables creates a depth of flavor that is simply irresistible. But that's not all, our article also features a collection of equally enticing recipes that will elevate your pasta game. From the classic Spaghetti and Meatballs to the creamy and indulgent Fettuccine Alfredo, you'll find a recipe for every occasion. So, prepare to embark on a culinary adventure and discover the secrets behind these mouthwatering pasta dishes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAKED RIGATONI WITH BEEF



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Make this Baked Rigatoni with Beef the hero of any weeknight. Loaded with rigatoni pasta, ground beef, two different types of cheese and plenty of sauce, this hearty and comforting baked rigatoni will have everyone at the table asking for seconds-even the picky eaters. This simple rigatoni and beef casserole is a delicious way to spend family time.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 3/4 cups uncooked rigatoni pasta (about 8 oz)
1 lb ground beef (at least 80% lean)
1 jar (26 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato basil pasta sauce
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Small fresh basil leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package; return to pasta-cooking pot.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain, and add to pot with pasta.
  • Add pasta sauce and 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese to pot with pasta and beef; stir to combine, then pour into baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese and the Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover with foil; bake 25 to 30 minutes or until casserole is at least 165°F in center. Garnish with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Cup, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g

BAKED RIGATONI WITH MEAT SAUCE



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Rigatoni pasta is layered with a rich, homemade meat sauce, béchamel, and two kinds of cheese and baked until bubbling and golden brown. This classic Baked Rigatoni with Meat Sauce is family-friendly comfort food at its best!

Provided by Valerie Brunmeier

Categories     Main Course     Pasta

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 17

16 ounces rigatoni
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
½ cup onion (diced)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 pound 85% to 90% lean ground beef
28 ounces crushed Italian style tomatoes
15 ounces tomato sauce
1 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
freshly ground pepper (to taste)
⅓ cup red wine
½ cup thinly sliced fresh basil
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup 2% milk (slightly warmed)
dash ground nutmeg
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (or more, as desired)
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cook the pasta in a large pasta pot, 2 minutes shy of the package directions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529 kcal, Carbohydrate 57 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Sodium 968 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

RIGATONI WITH MEAT SAUCE



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This is the hearty pasta dish that everyone loves to eat. The rigatoni cooks right in the sauce, which not only saves you from having to wash an extra pan-it makes the pasta more flavorful.

Provided by Marge Perry

Categories     HarperCollins     Small Plates     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Pasta     Meat     Tomato     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Garlic     Beef     Ground Beef     Red Wine     Wine     One-Pot Meal

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)
1 medium carrot, peeled and finely chopped (about 1/3 cup)
1 celery stalk, finely chopped (about 1/3 cup)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
12 ounces lean ground beef (85%)
5 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry red wine, such as Cabernet Sauvignon
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes with basil
2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces), trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 1 1/4 cups)
12 ounces rigatoni pasta
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and oregano and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the beef and garlic and cook, breaking the beef into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon, until the onion and beef are lightly browned, 9 to 10 minutes. Pour in the wine and cook until it is nearly evaporated, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and zucchini; bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, until slightly thickened, 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the rigatoni, salt, pepper, and 3 cups water; bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, until the sauce is somewhat thickened, about 18 minutes. Add 1 cup water and continue cooking until the pasta is tender, 9 to 10 minutes more.
  • Serve the rigatoni topped with the Romano and basil.

RIGATONI AL SEGRETO (RIGATONI WITH SECRET SAUCE)



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This Rigatoni al Segreto recipe was the most closely guarded secret at Gino's, one of New York City's most famous Italian restaurants. When it closed, the recipe got out. But I think the amount of butter was way too low. So here's my version.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup diced onion
1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
2 cloves garlic, crushed (or more to taste)
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 (28 ounce) can San Marzano (Italian) tomatoes, blended smooth
½ cup water (to rinse out can of tomatoes)
1 (8 ounce) package uncooked rigatoni pasta
½ cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions, salt. Cook until no longer white and starting to turn translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook about 1 minute. Add chili flakes and blended tomato sauce. Bring to a simmer; adjust heat to medium to medium-low. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, for 45 to 60 minutes. Reduce heat to low.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes (5 minutes from doneness).
  • Add about 2/3 of the basil to the sauce. Stir in butter. When butter melts, add cheese in 3 increments.
  • Drain pasta; transfer to sauce. Stir until rigatoni are evenly coated with sauce. Serve sprinkled with the remaining basil and a dusting of grated cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595.9 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Cholesterol 48.1 mg, Fat 33 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 1431.4 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

RIGATONI WITH MEAT AND CHEESE SAUCE



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This recipe tops the rigatoni with a bechamel style sauce before broiling. Can substitute ground turkey or Italian sausage for the ground beef. I also just make this in a large casserole dish rather than individual bowls (it makes a LOT to be considered four servings).

Provided by pedspeech

Categories     Penne

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups dried rigatoni pasta
salt & fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups ground beef
1 onion
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried herbs
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups milk
2 egg yolks
1/2 cup freshy grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • To make the meat sauce, heat the oil in a large frying pan and fry the beef for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned all over. Add the onion to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the garlic, tomatoes, herbs and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, to make the cheese sauce, melt the butter in a small saucepan, then add in the flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and gradually pour in the milk, stirring constantly. Return the pan to the heat and bring to a boil, stirring the mixture occasionally, until creamy and thickened.
  • Add the egg yolk, cheese and seasoning, and stir until the sauce is well blended.
  • Preheat the broiler. Meanwhile cook the pasta in plenty of salted boiling water according to the instructions on the package. Drain thoroughly and turn into a large mixing bowl. Pour the meat sauce over and toss to coat.
  • Divide the pasta among four flameproof dishes. Spoon over the cheese sauce and place under the grill until brown. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil.

RIGATONI AND CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 1/2 ounces diced bacon
1 ounce diced shallots
5 1/2 ounces diced porcini mushrooms
6 ounces chicken stock
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 ounces butter
3 tablespoons bread crumbs, plus extra for sprinkling
1 tablespoon chopped parsley leaves
8 rigatoni shells
1 tablespoon truffle shavings
Parmesan cheese, as needed
2 cups milk, scalded
2 to 3 teaspoons blonde roux, recipe follows
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces aged cheddar, grated
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a saute pan, sweat the bacon to render the fat. Remove the bacon from the pan, then add the shallots to the fat to cook. When tender, add the porcini and cook 5 minutes. Add the bacon back in the pan. Add the chicken stock a little at a time. Season with salt and pepper and add butter. Cook until thick, about 3 minutes. Toss in bread crumbs and parsley and remove from heat. Check seasoning.
  • To make the Mornay:
  • Begin by scalding the milk. Turn heat to low and slowly whisk in the roux. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes over low heat. Season with salt and pepper and add grated cheese. Reserve sauce in baine marie.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • To make the rigatoni, begin by cooking the rigatoni in well-salted water for 5 minutes. Shock quickly in ice water. Remove from ice water and keep tightly covered until ready to use. When the stuffing has cooled, put it in a piping bag and fill rigatoni, pressing ends clean.
  • Place 4 rigatoni on a tray and spoon the sauce over to completely cover the pasta. Sprinkle with a little fresh bread crumbs and grated Parmesan. Bake for 5 minutes. Finish under broiler, if necessary.
  • Plate on the cooking tray. Garnish with truffle shavings and Parmesan cheese.
  • Melt the butter in a small pan. Whisk in the flour. Cook until the mixture bubbles. Remove from the heat.

RIGATONI WITH CHEESE AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Broil     Dinner     Sausage     Fall     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound rigatoni
1/4 pound spicy Italian sausage, casing removed
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups prepared marinara sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon chopped fresh Italian parsley
Extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook rigatoni in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta.
  • Meanwhile, preheat broiler. Cook sausage in heavy large pot over medium-high heat until no longer pink, stirring frequently and breaking up with back of wooden spoon. Add garlic and sauté until soft, about 2 minutes. Drain off excess oil and return pot to medium-high heat. Stir in marinara sauce and crushed red pepper, then pasta. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide pasta among four 1 1/4-cup soufflé dishes or custard cups. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over. Place in broiler until cheese melts and begins to brown, watching closely to prevent burning, about 1 1/2 minutes. Sprinkle rigatoni with parsley, drizzle with olive oil, and serve.

BAKED RIGATONI WITH MEAT SAUCE



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This is a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for a crowd, as it doubles and triples easily. It is comfort food at its best. Even picky eaters will come back for seconds!!! From the book Pasta by Food & Wine. COOKING TIME INCLUDES 70 MINUTES OF SIMMER & BAKE TIME!

Provided by Jostlori

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped fine
1 celery rib, chopped fine
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, minced
2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced
1 lb ground beef
1 teaspoon ground fennel
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 cup white wine
32 ounces canned whole tomatoes, chopped including juice
6 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
3/4 lb rigatoni pasta
1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, grated (about 2 cups)

Steps:

  • In a medium frying pan, heat the oil and butter over low heat. Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, parsley and basil and cook until very soft, about 20 minutes.
  • Raise the heat to moderate, add the ground beef, fennel seed, salt and pepper and cook, stirring, until the meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the wine and cook until almost evaporated, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes with their juice and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.
  • Stir in the parmesan.
  • Heat the oven to 350F.
  • In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the rigatoni until almost done, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Lightly oil a 3 quart oval baking dish. Toss the pasta with the meat sauce and put half of it in the baking dish. Top with half the mozzarella. Repeat with remaining pasta and mozzarella.
  • Bake until the pasta is piping hot, about 20 minutes.

CHEESY RIGATONI BAKE



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This baked pasta is a family favorite. One of our four children always asks for it as a birthday dinner. -Nancy Urbine, Lancaster, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) rigatoni or large tube pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups whole milk
1/4 cup water
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; return to pot. Cool slightly., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour and salt until smooth; gradually whisk in milk and water. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat., Add eggs to pasta, tossing to coat. Divide mixture between two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Layer each dish with one can tomato sauce, 1 cup mozzarella cheese and half of the white sauce; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 160°, 30-35 minutes. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casseroles. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Cover casserole with foil; bake 40 minutes. Uncover; bake until a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°, 7-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 486mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED RIGATONI WITH MEAT SAUCE



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This is a favorite in my kitchen. It's a perfect Sunday meal. This sauce isn't your typical tomato saucy meat rigatoni. Please enjoy,it's special enough for Christmas eve dinner too!

Provided by Melba Sundevil

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 lb rigatoni pasta
1 lb lean ground beef (at least 90% lean)
1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup white wine
4 cups canned diced tomatoes in tomato puree
6 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In large pan heat oil& butter over low heat.
  • Add onion, carrot, celery, garlic, parsley, basil and cook until very soft, about 20 minutes.
  • Raise heat to moderate, add ground beef, fennel seed, salt and black pepper, cook until no longer pink.
  • Add wine and cook until almost evaporated, about 5 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes with juices and simmer covered for 30 minutes.
  • Stir in parmesan and continue to cook.
  • Preheat oven to 350, and lightly grease 3 quart baking dish.
  • In a large pot of boiling water cook rigatoni until almost al dente, about 12 minutes.
  • Drain, toss pasta with meat sauce.
  • Put 1/2 of the mixture in dish, sprinkle with 1/2 the mozzarella, cover with remaining pasta mixture, and top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake until pasta is hot, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 667, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 157.5, Sodium 1011.1, Carbohydrate 59.4, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 3.5, Protein 36.9

ITALIAN CASSEROLE (RIGATONI AND CHEESE WITH TOMATO SAUCE)



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Make and share this Italian Casserole (Rigatoni and Cheese With Tomato Sauce) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb rigatoni pasta or 1 lb elbow macaroni
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 teaspoons dried oregano (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 lb swiss cheese or 1 lb mozzarella cheese, sliced thin
1/2 cup butter, melted (1 stick)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook rigatoni according to package directions until al dente; drain.
  • Combine tomato sauce with seasonings, and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minuntes.
  • Add sauce to pasta and toss to coat.
  • In a baking dish, arrange pasta and cheese in layers, ending with cheese.
  • Pour melted butter over all.
  • Bake, covered, for 15 minutes.
  • Uncover, and bake for another 15 minutes.
  • To freeze: Undercook pasta by a minute or two. Assemble dish as directed. Wrap with plastic wrap and then foil. Label and freeze.
  • To serve: Thaw in fridge. Remove plastic wrap and recover with foil. Bake as directed for 20 minutes. Then uncover and bake 15 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.3, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 104.4, Sodium 727.6, Carbohydrate 41.7, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 5.1, Protein 20

RIGATONI WITH SPICY TOMATO AND CHEESE SAUCE



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Provided by Susanne Solberg

Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Cheddar     Spring     Bon Appétit     Los Angeles     California

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
3/4 cup milk (do not use lowfat or nonfat)
1/2 cup canned chicken broth
1 14 1/2-ounce can tomatoes, drained, diced
1 1/2 teaspoons dried red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar
1 cup grated Romano
1 pound rigatoni pasta, freshly cooked
Additional grated Romano

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-low heat. Add flour and stir 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth. Bring to boil, stirring frequently. Add tomatoes, red pepper flakes, pepper and oregano and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low. Add cheddar and 1 cup Romano and stir until melted and well blended. Pour sauce over rigatoni. Toss thoroughly. Serve, passing additional Romano separately.

Tips:

  • Use a large pot to cook the pasta, as it will need plenty of room to expand.
  • Salt the pasta water generously. This will help to flavor the pasta and prevent it from sticking together.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Be sure to stir the pasta occasionally so that it doesn't stick together.
  • While the pasta is cooking, brown the ground beef and sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  • Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  • Stir in the cooked pasta and cheese. Cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is heated through.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Conclusion:

This Rigatoni with Meat and Cheese Sauce is a hearty and delicious meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. For example, you can use different types of pasta, meat, and cheese. You can also add vegetables to the sauce, such as chopped spinach or mushrooms. No matter how you make it, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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