Rigatoni Pasta with Meat Sauce

Satisfy your craving for classic Italian comfort food with this hearty Rigatoni Pasta with Meat Sauce recipe. Featuring tender rigatoni coated in a rich, savory meat sauce made from perfectly seasoned ground beef, aromatic garlic, and onion, this dish is pure comfort in a bowl. A blend of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and fragrant dried herbs like oregano and basil creates a deeply flavorful sauce that clings to every bite of the pasta. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of chopped parsley for a burst of freshness, this pasta is ideal for cozy family dinners or weekend gatherings. Ready in just under an hour, it’s a simple yet satisfying meal that brings a taste of Italy right to your kitchen table.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 ounces Rigatoni pasta
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot of salted water over high heat and bring to a boil for the rigatoni.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking the meat apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and no pink remains, about 8 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, then add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Lower the heat to a simmer and let the sauce cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to develop flavors.

Step 7

Meanwhile, cook the rigatoni pasta in the boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.

Step 8

Add the cooked rigatoni directly into the meat sauce, tossing well to ensure the pasta is fully coated with the sauce.

Step 9

Remove from the heat, then stir in half of the grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 10

Serve the pasta hot, garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1936.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2386.6

Total Fat 126.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 361.1mg	0%
Sodium 3461.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 197.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 36.9g
Protein 120.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 778.5mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 3566.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.2%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 32.8%