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Cheesy Baked Rigatoni with Italian Sausage & Spinach

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 850
A hearty and cheesy baked pasta dish featuring flavorful Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and a medley of cheeses, perfect for a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1 lb mild Italian sausage links
  • ¼ cup olive oil

Pasta

  • 1 lb rigatoni

Vegetables

  • 1 lb cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • ¼ lb fresh spinach

Sauces & Cheeses

  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • ½ lb shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ lb fresh mozzarella cheese, drained + sliced ¼”

Instructions 

  • Roast sausage links at 450°F for 12 minutes, then slice into ¼” pieces.
  • Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water for 2 minutes less than package instructions; drain.
  • Sauté sausage in olive oil until browned, add cherry tomatoes, cook until burst, then stir in garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, marinara, spinach, and parmesan; simmer until spinach wilts.
  • Combine pasta with sauce and parsley, then layer in a greased baking dish with cheeses. Top with sliced fresh mozzarella and remaining shredded mozzarella.
  • Bake at 450°F for 8 minutes, broil for 1-2 minutes until golden, then serve garnished with parsley and parmesan.

Notes

For a richer flavor, let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Calories: 850kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: pasta