Baked Ricotta and Spinach Rigatoni

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 14
Baked Rigatoni and Spinach with Ricotta Cheese
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb rigatoni pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 tablespoons butter
1 shallot , minced
2 garlic cloves , minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup white wine
2 cups milk
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
salt
ground black pepper
4 cups Baby Spinach , rinsed
2 cups ricotta cheese
2 eggs , lightly beaten
8 ounces mozzarella cheese , grated

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
360
Sugar
2g
Fat
19g
Baked Rigatoni and Spinach with Ricotta Cheese is a cheesy and flavorful dish that is perfect for cold days. The combination of spinach and ricotta cheese makes it a favorite of many people. This dish is easy to prepare, and the use of nutmeg in the sauce gives it a unique and delicious taste. The dish can be served with garlic bread or a salad. It can also be refrigerated for up to 3 days after preparation. Baked Rigatoni and Spinach with Ricotta Cheese is a classic Italian dish that can be enjoyed by everyone.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.2. Cook rigatoni according to package directions.
3.3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until butter is melted. Add minced shallot and garlic and cook for 1 minute.
4.4. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add white wine and milk, stirring constantly. Bring mixture to a boil and cook until thickened (about 2-3 minutes), stirring constantly.
5.5. Stir in nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
6.6. Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
7.7. In a separate bowl, beat together eggs and ricotta cheese.
8.8. In a 3-quart baking dish, add cooked rigatoni and pour sauce over pasta.
9.9. Stir in the spinach and top with mozzarella cheese.
10.10. Bake the dish for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This dish is easy to make and a perfect comfort food for any meal.
The presence of spinach and ricotta makes it a nutritious meal full of protein and fiber.
The dish can be prepared ahead of time and stored for later use.

CONS

This dish can be high in calories and sodium and may not suit someone following a low-calorie or low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is full of vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and Iron, while Ricotta cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, which helps to strengthen bones and teeth. This dish can be an excellent way to get in a delicious meal that is also healthy. It may also help in digestion by providing fiber due to the presence of spinach.

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