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Baked Spinach and Spicy Mushroom Rigatoni
Indulge in a comforting and flavorful Baked Spinach and Spicy Mushroom Rigatoni. This hearty pasta dish features al dente rigatoni tossed in a rich, creamy sauce with sautéed spicy mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a hint of nutmeg, all topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then baked to golden perfection. A perfect blend of Italian comfort food with a spicy kick.
#Pasta
#Rigatoni
#Baked Pasta
#Spinach
#Mushroom
#Spicy
#Vegetarian
#Creamy
#Comfort Food
#Dinner
Ingredients for Baked Rigatoni
Recipe Information
20m
Prep Time
40m
Cook Time
1h
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
Fusion
English
Nutrition (per serving)
700
Calories
45g
Protein
90g
Carbs
45g
Fat
Sautéed Mushrooms and Spinach
Ingredients
Servings: 4
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Rigatoni in Baking Dish Before Oven
Instructions
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- Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.10m
Preview10mPreviewCook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. - In a large pan, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sliced green chilies, sauté until the onion softens, about 3-4 minutes.5m
Preview5mPreviewIn a large pan, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sliced green chilies, sauté until the onion softens, about 3-4 minutes. - Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for another minute until fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown.1m
Preview1mPreviewAdd the minced garlic to the pan and cook for another minute until fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown. - Add the chopped button mushrooms and king oyster mushrooms to the pan. Cook until they release their liquid and start to brown, about 5-7 minutes.7m
Preview7mPreviewAdd the chopped button mushrooms and king oyster mushrooms to the pan. Cook until they release their liquid and start to brown, about 5-7 minutes. - Stir in the masala and turmeric, cooking for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.3mPreview3mPreviewStir in the masala and turmeric, cooking for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- In a separate saucepan, melt the remaining 1 tbsp butter. Whisk in the flour to create a roux and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.2m
Preview2mPreviewIn a separate saucepan, melt the remaining 1 tbsp butter. Whisk in the flour to create a roux and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. - Gradually whisk in the milk and fresh cream into the roux, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring, until it thickens to your desired consistency, about 5-7 minutes.7m
Preview7mPreviewGradually whisk in the milk and fresh cream into the roux, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring, until it thickens to your desired consistency, about 5-7 minutes. - Season the cream sauce with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.1m
Preview1mPreviewSeason the cream sauce with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. - Add the cooked rigatoni, the mushroom and spinach mixture, and the grated Parmesan cheese to the cream sauce. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.3m
Preview3mPreviewAdd the cooked rigatoni, the mushroom and spinach mixture, and the grated Parmesan cheese to the cream sauce. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly. - Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish. Top generously with the shredded mozzarella cheese.2mPreview2mPreviewTransfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish. Top generously with the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.20m
Preview20mPreviewBake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. - Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the sauce to set slightly.5m
Preview5mPreviewRemove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the sauce to set slightly.
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