BAKED RIGATONI WITH SAUSAGE AND MUSHROOMS
Categories Mushroom Pasta Pork Bake Christmas Casserole/Gratin Sausage White Wine Winter Family Reunion Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 25 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Rinse porcini mushrooms. Place in medium bowl. Add 4 cups hot water, cover, and let stand until softened, about 20 minutes. Drain, reserving soaking liquid. Chop porcini.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in each of 2 heavy large pots over medium heat. Divide onions between pots; sauté until tender, about 10 minutes. Divide sausage between pots. Increase heat to high and cook until no longer pink, breaking up into small pieces with back of fork, about 12 minutes. Divide button mushrooms and chopped rosemary between pots and stir until mushrooms begin to soften, about 8 minutes. Divide porcini, wine, and bay leaves between pots and boil until almost all liquid evaporates, stirring frequently, about 6 minutes. Divide porcini soaking liquid between pots, leaving sediment behind. Divide beef broth between pots. Boil until sauce is syrupy, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Divide half and half between pots; boil until thickened slightly, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. (Sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly, then cover and chill. Rewarm before continuing.)
- Brush four 3 1/2-quart glass or porcelain baking dishes with oil. Cook pasta in 2 large pots of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain. Divide pasta between sauce in pots; stir to coat. Mix 3 cups cheese into each pot. Season pasta with salt and pepper. Divide among prepared baking dishes. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before continuing.)
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Cover dishes with foil. Bake pasta just until hot but not bubbling, about 25 minutes. Sprinkle with additional cheese. Garnish with rosemary sprigs and serve with additional cheese.
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Abukari Osman
[email protected]I made this recipe gluten-free by using gluten-free pasta and bread crumbs. It turned out great! The dish was just as delicious and satisfying as the regular version.
Jam Shohib
[email protected]I halved the recipe and it was perfect for two people. I had some leftovers for lunch the next day which were just as good as when they were freshly made.
Family mass Comed
[email protected]I love meatballs, so I added some to this dish. It was a great addition and made the dish even more hearty and satisfying.
Hira G
[email protected]I'm a cheese lover and this dish did not disappoint! The combination of mozzarella, parmesan, and ricotta cheeses was heavenly. I could eat this every day.
Henrique Paiva
[email protected]This recipe is a great introduction to Italian cooking. It's simple to make, but the flavors are complex and authentic. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves Italian food.
Andrea Persaud
[email protected]This baked rigatoni is a family favorite. We make it at least once a month. The kids love the sausage and cheese, and I love the mushrooms. It's a perfect comfort food for a cold night.
Sofia Lopez
[email protected]***** Five stars! This dish was absolutely amazing. The flavors were perfectly balanced and the pasta was cooked to perfection. Will definitely be making this again and again.
Ibrar G
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I always have the ingredients on hand and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Aboagye Seth
[email protected]I made a few substitutions to make this dish healthier. I used whole wheat pasta, turkey sausage, and low-fat cheese. It was still delicious and satisfying.
Jay Rogers
[email protected]The mushrooms in this dish were the star of the show! I used a mix of shiitake, cremini, and oyster mushrooms and they added so much flavor to the dish.
RAFIULLAHBAREACH
[email protected]I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. I was a bit worried about the cooking time, but the pasta came out perfectly al dente. Will definitely make this again!
Vidura Chamika
[email protected]This baked rigatoni was a hit at our dinner party! The combination of sausage, mushrooms, and cheese was rich and satisfying. Everyone went back for seconds.