Baked rigatoni

Rigatoni is a type of pasta that originates from the Italian region of Campania. It is a large, tubular pasta that is usually ridged on the outside. Rigatoni is a popular pasta dish in Italy and around the world. There are many different ways to prepare rigatoni, but the most common is with a tomato-based sauce.

Rigatoni has a long history, dating back to the 13th century. The first recorded mention of rigatoni is in a cookbook from the city of Naples. The pasta was likely named for the ridges (rigature) that were traditionally made on the outside of the pasta.

Rigatoni became a popular dish in the United States in the 20th century. Italian immigrants brought the dish to America, and it quickly became a favorite among Italian-Americans. Today, rigatoni is enjoyed by people of all backgrounds.

Advice

When making baked rigatoni, it is important to get the right balance between the pasta and the sauce. Start by making sure the pasta is cooked al dente, as this will help it remain firm during the baking process. Next, make sure the sauce has enough liquid to coat the noodles and that it is not too thick. Finally, add enough cheese and other ingredients to create a flavor profile that complements the sauce and the pasta. Additionally, when baking the rigatoni, make sure to keep an eye on it and check it often to ensure it does not burn. Finally, enjoy your baked rigatoni with your favorite Italian dishes!

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Recipes

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Baked Rigatoni with Sausage

  • parmesan cheese
  • ricotta cheese
  • rigatoni pasta
  • italian sausage
  • olive oil
  • garlic
  • broccoli
  • mozzarella cheese
  • basil
  • salt
  • salt
  • pasta sauce
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Sausage and Cheese Baked Rigatoni

  • italian sausage
  • fennel seed
  • onion
  • bell pepper
  • rigatoni
  • pomodoro fresco marinara sauce
  • italian flat leaf parsley
  • ricotta cheese
  • provolone cheese
  • parmesan cheese
  • olive oil
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Baked Rigatoni with Lamb Ragù

  • salt
  • mozzarella cheese
  • lamb
  • rigatoni
  • garlic
  • fennel seed
  • oregano
  • onion
  • italian parmesan cheese
  • tomato
  • red pepper flake
  • carrot
  • fennel
  • tomato paste
  • egg
  • red wine
  • heavy cream
  • olive oil
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Baked Rigatoni

  • sausage
  • ground beef
  • italian seasoning
  • olive oil
  • onion
  • parmesan cheese
  • mozzarella cheese
  • rigatoni pasta
  • pasta sauce
  • garlic
  • basil
  • salt

Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
rigatoni
garlic
olive oil
parmesan cheese
basil
onion
butter
mozzarella cheese
ricotta cheese
tomato
black pepper
thyme
red pepper flake
italian sausage
fontina cheese
all purpose flour
prosciutto
nutmeg
rigatoni pasta
broccoli
pasta sauce
fennel seed
provolone cheese
oregano
plum tomato
pancetta
sweet yellow pepper
kalamata olife
sugar
gruyère cheese
eggplant
links fennel pork sausage
bell pepper
pomodoro fresco marinara sauce
italian flat leaf parsley
lamb
italian parmesan cheese
carrot
fennel
tomato paste
egg
red wine
heavy cream
pepper
swiss chard
san marzano tomato
italian eggplant
green onion
black
ricotta salata
meatball
red pepper
virigin olive oil
green olife
sausage
ground beef
italian seasoning

Insights

Correlated with Higher Ratings

  • rigatoni

Staple Ingredients

  • salt 92%
  • rigatoni 83%

Common Ingredients

  • garlic 75%
  • olive oil 75%
  • parmesan cheese 67%

Usual Ingredients

  • basil 58%
  • onion 50%

Rarey Ingredients

  • mozzarella cheese 42%
  • ricotta cheese 42%