Italian Baked Pasta

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A dish bursting with rich and comforting flavors that will delight the entire family.

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Wow! This recipe hits the spot every time! Enjoy!

- Elena

rigatoni

onions

salt

pepper

mozzarella cheese

basil

Ingredients

olive oil

ground pork

Italian sausage

tomato puree

parmesan cheese

Saute the onion over heated olive oil.

Step 1

Add the ground pork and sausage to the skillet and cook until browned.

Step 2

Pour the tomato puree and season. Simmer and stir occasionally.

Step 3

Add the basil and cook the pasta. Drain the pasta and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.

Step 4

Combine the cooked rigatoni, pasta water, and the meat sauce. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Add 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and 1/2 parmesan cheese and stir.

Step 6

Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and top with the remaining cheese. Bake until golden brown.

Step 7

Recipe Tip!

Cook the pasta until al dente!

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