DirectionsStep1Cook pasta according to package directions but reduce the cooking time by 1-2 minutes so it's quite al dente (since we'll be baking it).Step2Toss cooked pasta with olive oil and season with salt and pepper and set aside.Step3While the pasta is cooking, preheat the oven to 375 degrees.Step4Add cooked pasta, spaghetti sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and spinach to a 9x13 baking dish along with a couple pinches of salt and pepper.Step5Mix until well combined and spread in an even layer.Step6In a medium bowl, combine Lifeway farmer's cheese with heavy cream and pesto.Step7Dollop the creamy pesto mixture on top of the pasta.Step8Then sprinkle with shredded Parmesan.Step9Finally, place the slices of fresh mozzarella on top.Step10Spray your foil with cooking spray so it doesn't stick to the cheese. Then cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes.Step11Remove foil and bake for another 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.Step12Broil for a couple minutes if desired.Step13Let rest for 5 minutes. Then garnish with fresh parsley and Parmesan and enjoy!IngredientsIngredients1 poundRigatoni Pasta24 ouncesSpaghetti Sauce½ teaspoonGarlic Powder1 tablespoonItalian Seasoning3 cupsFresh Baby Spinach (chopped)8 ouncesLifeway Farmer's Cheese¼ cupHeavy Cream¼ cupBasil Pesto1 cupParmesan (shredded)8 ouncesFresh Mozzarella Cheese (sliced log)add Parmesan (grated)add Parsley (fresh chopped)add Red Pepper FlakesSee moreNutritionalNutritional402 Calories16 gTotal Fat36 mgCholesterol45 gCarbohydrate626 mgSodium19 gProteinFrom midwestfoodieblog.comRecipeDirectionsIngredientsNutritionalExplore furtherMeatless Rigatoni Pasta Recipe - Loriana Shea Cookslorianasheacooks.comEasy and Delicious Baked Rigatoni Recipe - Simple …simpleeverydayhome.comVeggie Lover's Rigatoni Recipe - Build Your Bitebuildyourbite.comEasy Baked Rigatoni With Ground Beef and Mushroomsfood.comCheesy Rigatoni Bake Recipe: How to Make It - Taste Of …tasteofhome.comRecommended to you based on what's popular • Feedback
WEBMar 2, 2021 · How to Make this Recipe. Step 1: Preheat the oven and cook and drain your pasta according to package directions. Step 2: In a large …
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