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Cheesy Spinach Sausage Rigatoni Bake: Easy Weeknight Comfort

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Rigatoni Sausage Bake Recipe

Overview:

  • Name: Rigatoni Sausage Bake
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Servings: 6
  • Calories per Serving: 832.1
  • Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (based on 2 reviews)
  • Description: A delightful dish that can be prepared ahead, perfect for gatherings or busy evenings. Children love the hidden veggies amidst flavorful sausages! 🌿🍖

Ingredients:

Quantity Ingredient
14 Pork sausage links
1 Olive oil
1 Onion
1 Carrot
1/4 Red wine
1/2 Tomato puree
3 Butter
2 Flour
2 Milk
2 Nutmeg
Rigatoni pasta
1 Fresh spinach
8 Cheddar cheese

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).

  2. Prepare Sausages: Slit the sausage links and remove them from their skins. Chop them into small pieces.

  3. Sauté Onions: Heat olive oil in a pan. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and lightly browned.

  4. Add Sausages: Stir in the chopped sausages and fry until lightly colored.

  5. Incorporate Vegetables: Add the diced carrot to the pan.

  6. Create Sauce: Stir in the red wine, tomato puree, and season with your favorite herbs and spices.

  7. Simmer Sauce: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat. Let it simmer uncovered for approximately 15 minutes until the sauce thickens to perfection.

  8. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Set aside.

  9. Prepare White Sauce: Melt the butter in another pan. Stir in the flour until smooth, then gradually whisk in the milk.

  10. Season and Simmer: Add a generous sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg, season to taste, and let it simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes velvety.

  11. Cook Pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook the rigatoni pasta until tender.

  12. Add Spinach: Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the fresh spinach and let it wilt gently in the residual heat. Drain the pasta and spinach.

  13. Assemble: Transfer half of the cooked pasta into a shallow ovenproof casserole dish. Shake gently to level.

  14. Layer Sauce: Spoon the sausage and vegetable sauce over the pasta layer. Cover with the remaining pasta.

  15. Pour White Sauce: Pour the prepared white sauce over the pasta layers, ensuring it covers evenly.

  16. Cheesy Topping: Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese generously over the top.

  17. Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the top turns a glorious golden brown.

  18. Serve: Allow the Rigatoni Sausage Bake to cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy the hearty flavors and the delightful combination of sausages, veggies, pasta, and cheesy goodness! 🧀🍅


This recipe for Rigatoni Sausage Bake promises a comforting, wholesome meal that’s sure to become a family favorite. Whether you’re preparing it for a special occasion or simply a cozy weeknight dinner, the layers of flavors and textures will surely leave everyone satisfied and smiling. Bon Appétit! 🍽️✨

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