Baked Rigatoni with Spinach and Ricotta
A comforting baked pasta dish with vibrant spinach, creamy ricotta, and gooey melted cheese, perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté garlic in a skillet with olive oil until fragrant.
- Wilt the spinach in the skillet until bright green.
- Mix the cooked rigatoni, sautéed spinach, ricotta cheese, marinara sauce, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with a side salad and enjoy with white wine or sparkling water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg