Name: Indulge in Cheesy Beef Italian Sausage Rigatoni Delight
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz rigatoni pasta; 1 lb ground beef; 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (plus more for topping); 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Description

Savor the Cheesy Beef Italian Sausage Rigatoni Delight in rich garlic butter sauce Perfect comfort food for a cozy dinner 148 chars

Ingredients

Scale

12 oz rigatoni pasta

1 lb ground beef

1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed)

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup heavy cream

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (plus more for topping)

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Rigatoni: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 10-12 minutes). Drain and set aside.

Brown the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and Italian sausage. Use a wooden spoon to break apart the meat as it cooks. Brown the meat for about 5-7 minutes, or until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Add Garlic and Spices: Push the meat to one side of the skillet and melt the butter on the other side. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle oregano and red pepper flakes, mixing everything together.

Incorporate the Tomatoes: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Make it Creamy: Gently stir in the heavy cream and bring it just to a simmer.

Cheesy Goodness: Gradually add mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses to the skillet, stirring until melted and creamy.

Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss the drained rigatoni into the sauce until completely coated.

Finish with Cheese: Transfer to a greased 9×13 baking dish and sprinkle reserved mozzarella on top.

Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melty and slightly golden.

Garnish and Serve: Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Calories: 600
Sugar: 5g
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 30g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g

Keywords: Cheesy Rigatoni, Beef and Sausage Pasta, Italian Pasta Recipe