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Rigatoni Pasta
Enjoy this quick and delicious rigatoni pasta with cheese recipe - perfect for weeknights or special occasions! Ready in 20 minutes and full of flavor.
Course
dinner
Cuisine
Italian
Keyword
cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, rigatoni pasta
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
20
minutes
minutes
Total Time
30
minutes
minutes
Servings
6
Calories
3682
kcal
Author
Corrie
Ingredients
1
pound
rigatoni pasta
1½
cups
shredded mozzarella cheese
1½
cups
shredded cheddar cheese
2
cups
whole milk
4
tablespoons
butter
4
tablespoons
flour
Instructions
Cook rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk until smooth.
Slowly pour in milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in shredded cheeses until melted and smooth.
Combine cooked pasta and cheese sauce, mixing well. Serve immediately.
Notes
Cook pasta al dente to avoid overcooked, mushy noodles.
Grate cheese yourself for a smoother sauce, as pre-shredded cheese may not melt as well.
Use a whisk to mix the flour and milk to prevent lumps in the sauce.
Add a pinch of nutmeg or garlic powder for an extra flavor boost.
Feel free to customize the dish with vegetables, protein, or spices.
Nutrition
Calories:
3682
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
392
g
|
Protein:
155
g
|
Fat:
163
g
|
Saturated Fat:
94
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
8
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
40
g
|
Trans Fat:
2
g
|
Cholesterol:
481
mg
|
Sodium:
2735
mg
|
Potassium:
2047
mg
|
Fiber:
15
g
|
Sugar:
38
g
|
Vitamin A:
5024
IU
|
Calcium:
2760
mg
|
Iron:
8
mg