Shortcut Baked Rigatoni: Easy Dish with Spicy Italian Sausage
Enjoy this quick and delicious Shortcut Baked Rigatoni featuring spicy Italian sausage, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound spicy Italian sausage
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the spicy Italian sausage until browned.
- Stir in the marinara sauce, oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt.
- Combine the cooked rigatoni with the sausage mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add chopped fresh basil on top before serving.
- This dish can be customized with your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Shortcut Baked Rigatoni, Spicy Italian Sausage, Easy Pasta Dish