Baked Rigatoni with Ham and Feta

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Baked Rigatoni with Ham and Feta recipe for a hearty, comforting meal
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb rigatoni pasta , cooked al dente ( boil 1-2 minutes less than package directions suggest )
2 cups diced cooked ham
5 large plum tomatoes , chopped
1 clove of chopped garlic
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
666
Sugar
5g
Fat
35g
Baked Rigatoni with Ham and Feta is a hearty pasta dish that is perfect for a quick and delicious family dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftovers from a holiday ham. The rigatoni pasta is combined with diced ham, chopped tomatoes, garlic, crumbled feta cheese, grated mozzarella cheese, and dried thyme. Then it's baked in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly. The combination of flavors from the ham and feta cheese makes this dish unique and flavorful. It is a comforting meal that will satisfy any craving.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Combine cooked pasta, diced ham, chopped tomatoes, chopped garlic, crumbled feta cheese, grated mozzarella cheese, and dried thyme in a large baking dish.
3.In a small bowl, whisk together half-and-half and Parmesan cheese. Pour over the pasta mixture, tossing everything together until the pasta is well coated.
4.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5.Let it cool for a few minutes, then serve and enjoy!

PROS

This Baked Rigatoni with Ham and Feta is a perfect dish for a quick family dinner.
It’s easy to make, comforting, and hearty.

The combination of flavors from the ham and feta cheese make it unique and flavorful.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the cheese and ham, and should be enjoyed in moderation.

It’s not a good choice for people on a low-sodium or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe provides a good source of protein and calcium from the ham and cheese.
The tomatoes and garlic in this dish are rich in antioxidants which are beneficial for boosting the immune system.
Additionally, rigatoni is a good source of complex carbohydrates and is recommended for anyone who needs an energy boost.

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