How to Make Rigatoni Surprise - A Step-by-Step Guide

Rigatoni Surprise is a delicious and hearty pasta dish that is sure to become a family favorite. This recipe combines the flavors of Italian sausage, marinara sauce, and creamy ricotta cheese to create a dish that is both comforting and satisfying. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your dinner party guests, Rigatoni Surprise is the perfect choice.

The key to this recipe is the combination of flavors and textures. The tangy marinara sauce ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package rigatoni pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • ½ green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • ⅔ cup chunky salsa
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup sour cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil; stir in the rigatoni and cook at a boil uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 13 minutes. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, cook the ground beef, garlic, onion, and bell pepper in a large pot over medium-high heat until the ground beef has browned and the vegetables are tender, about 7 minutes. Pour in the tomato sauce and salsa; season to taste with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue cooking 15 minutes.
  • Stir in the Cheddar cheese and cream; cook and stir 3 minutes, then stir in the sour cream until evenly blended. Add the drained pasta and stir until heated through.
  • Nutrition

    459 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 68mg
    • Sodium: 783mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 163mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 705mg