Rigatoni Bake

Dinner just got a whole lot easier with this “two” pot recipe that your family is sure to love.

Here’s how we do this one.

Shopping List:

• 2 pounds Ground Beef
• 1 package Rigatoni
• 2 tablespoons Canola Oil
• 1 14 ounce can plain Tomato Sauce
• 3 teaspoons Capers
• 1 medium Yellow Onion – diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh Oregano
• 4 Garlic Cloves – finely chopped
• 1 cup shredded Cheese
• 2 Green Onions – chopped
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Putting it all together:

1. Heat the oil in a large sauce pan and brown the ground beef. Drain any grease.
2. Add the remaining ingredients except the Rigatoni, bring to a boil, cover reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes.
3. While the Bolognese is simmering heat your oven to 425° and bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
4. Cook the Rigatoni according to the package instructions.
5. Drain the pasta and mix it with the bolognese, pour into a casserole dish, sprinkle on the cheese and green onions.
6. Bake until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.

There you have it another “Simple but tasty recipe for the grilling season and beyond.”

Until next time……….

                            Bon Appetit