Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rigatoni
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 jar marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, spinach, mozzarella, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in the cooked rigatoni and marinara sauce until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with grated Parmesan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, incorporate Italian herbs into the cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 mg