Rigatoni and Ricotta Bake Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb. rigatoni, cooked according to package instructions, just short of al dente, about 5 minutes
• 1 lb. good quality ground beef
• 1 small onion, small dice
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed or finely minced
• 1.75 oz. sliced pepperoni, optional
• 1 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes
• 1 tbsp. brown sugar, optional
• 1/4 c. fresh herbs like oregano, basil and parsley blend
• 1 15 oz. container ricotta cheese
• 2 c. mozzarella crumbles
• Parmigiano Reggiano for serving and garnish (Pecorino Romano if desired
• Olive oil for drizzling
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