– 2 cups ricotta cheese
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 egg
– 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
– Salt and pepper to taste
Ingredients
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the rigatoni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef (or sausage) and cook until browned. Add chopped onion and garlic and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Stir in the marinara sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Instructions
In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, and chopped basil. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Instructions
Grease a 9-inch round baking dish. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Layer half of the rigatoni, then half of the ricotta mixture. Repeat the layers, finishing with meat sauce on top. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
Instructions
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Instructions
Let the rigatoni pie cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.