FIVE-CHEESE RIGATONI

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Who can resist cheesy pasta hot from the oven? This ooey-gooey rigatoni mac and cheese boasts a homemade white sauce. -Shirley Foltz, Dexter, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) rigatoni or large tube pasta
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2-1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup shredded fontina cheese
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook rigatoni according to package directions. , Preheat oven to 375°. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in milk; bring to a boil. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Swiss, fontina, mozzarella, 1/4 cup Parmesan and 1/4 cup Romano cheeses until melted. , Drain rigatoni; stir in cheese sauce. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and Romano cheeses. Cover and bake 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 586mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Bashir Hussain
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This dish is delicious! I love the combination of cheeses and the pasta is cooked perfectly.


Vivian vero Nansamba
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I've tried this recipe a few times and it's always been a success. It's a great go-to meal when I'm short on time.


Xolani Gabathuler
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This recipe is a bit too complicated for me. I prefer simpler dishes.


Kk Lala
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I'm not a big fan of cheese, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly.


Carol Engen
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. I highly recommend it.


I'M isi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy meal. I love that it's made with simple ingredients.


Aloude Balan
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I made this dish for a party and everyone loved it. It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


21Rich Lord
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I was disappointed with this dish. The sauce was bland and the pasta was overcooked.


Hiba Ghribi
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This recipe is a keeper! It's one of my favorite pasta dishes.


darksidejustin1234 hi
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful.


Rehana Begum
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The sauce was a little too thick for my taste, but overall this was a good dish.


Sk Fahad
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I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Jannatul Tajrin
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This dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and cheesy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.