Creamy Cheesy Pasta Bake
Savor a comforting pasta bake filled with tender rigatoni, flavorful bologna, and crisp celery in a delicious tomato sauce. Topped with gooey Provel cheese, this dish is the perfect addition to your family dinners or special gatherings. Every bite bursts with flavor and a creamy texture that invites you to return for seconds!
ingredients
- 8 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup bologna, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups Provel cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2.
Cook rigatoni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced bologna and celery, sauté until celery is tender, about 5 minutes.
- 4.
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
- 5.
Combine the sauce with cooked rigatoni in a large mixing bowl, ensuring the pasta is well-coated.
- 6.
Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- 7.
Top with shredded Provel cheese, spreading evenly.
- 8.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 9.
Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm.
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