Baked Rigatoni with Sausage and Mushrooms

Health score
30%
Baked Rigatoni with Sausage and Mushrooms
45 min.
25
938kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Baked Rigatoni with Sausage and Mushrooms, a dish that promises to be the star of your next gathering! Perfectly suited for a crowd, this recipe serves 25 people, making it an ideal choice for family reunions, potlucks, or any festive occasion. With a rich and savory sauce made from a delightful blend of hot Italian sausage, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic herbs, every bite is a celebration of taste.

The combination of button and porcini mushrooms adds depth and umami, while the creamy half and half creates a luscious texture that envelops the rigatoni. Topped with a generous layer of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this baked dish is not only visually appealing but also irresistibly delicious. The aroma wafting from the oven as it bakes will have everyone eagerly anticipating the first serving.

Whether you’re looking for a hearty main course or a satisfying side dish, this Baked Rigatoni is versatile enough to fit any meal. Plus, it can be prepared a day in advance, allowing you to enjoy more time with your guests. So gather your loved ones, serve up this delightful pasta dish, and watch as it brings smiles and satisfaction to the table!

Ingredients

  •  bay leaves 
  • pounds mushrooms sliced
  • 28 ounce beef broth canned
  • ounces the following: parmesan rind) dried
  • cups wine dry white
  • teaspoons rosemary leaves fresh chopped
  • cups half and half 
  • pounds ground sausage italian hot
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • large onion finely chopped
  • cups parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 25 servings parmesan cheese grated
  • pounds rigatoni 
  • sprigs rosemary leaves fresh (for garnish)
  • cups water hot

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • pot
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Rinse porcini mushrooms.
  2. Place in medium bowl.
  3. Add 4 cups hot water, cover, and let stand until softened, about 20 minutes.
  4. Drain, reserving soaking liquid. Chop porcini.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in each of 2 heavy large pots over medium heat. Divide onions between pots; sauté until tender, about 10 minutes. Divide sausage between pots. Increase heat to high and cook until no longer pink, breaking up into small pieces with back of fork, about 12 minutes. Divide button mushrooms and chopped rosemary between pots and stir until mushrooms begin to soften, about 8 minutes. Divide porcini, wine, and bay leaves between pots and boil until almost all liquid evaporates, stirring frequently, about 6 minutes. Divide porcini soaking liquid between pots, leaving sediment behind. Divide beef broth between pots. Boil until sauce is syrupy, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Divide half and half between pots; boil until thickened slightly, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. (Sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly, then cover and chill. Rewarm before continuing.)
  6. Brush four 3 1/2-quart glass or porcelain baking dishes with oil. Cook pasta in 2 large pots of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
  7. Drain. Divide pasta between sauce in pots; stir to coat.
  8. Mix 3 cups cheese into each pot. Season pasta with salt and pepper. Divide among prepared baking dishes. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before continuing.)
  9. Preheat oven to 375°F. Cover dishes with foil.
  10. Bake pasta just until hot but not bubbling, about 25 minutes.
  11. Sprinkle with additional cheese.
  12. Garnish with rosemary sprigs and serve with additional cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories938kcal
Protein18.58%
Fat50.38%
Carbs31.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.76
Glycemic Load
23.05
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
30.531739079434%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.2mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
4.88mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:938.04kcal
46.9%
Fat:51.72g
79.57%
Saturated Fat:21.92g
136.99%
Carbohydrates:71.7g
23.9%
Net Carbohydrates:67.71g
24.62%
Sugar:6.31g
7.02%
Cholesterol:129.48mg
43.16%
Sodium:1762.33mg
76.62%
Alcohol:1.98g
100%
Alcohol %:0.56%
100%
Protein:42.91g
85.81%
Selenium:97.71µg
139.58%
Phosphorus:735.46mg
73.55%
Calcium:563.54mg
56.35%
Vitamin B2:0.82mg
48.4%
Vitamin B1:0.69mg
46.12%
Manganese:0.91mg
45.5%
Zinc:5.93mg
39.53%
Copper:0.79mg
39.44%
Vitamin B3:7.82mg
39.11%
Vitamin B5:3.19mg
31.86%
Vitamin B6:0.6mg
29.97%
Vitamin B12:1.68µg
27.99%
Potassium:908.26mg
25.95%
Magnesium:91.83mg
22.96%
Iron:2.89mg
16.08%
Fiber:3.98g
15.94%
Folate:49.89µg
12.47%
Vitamin A:606.22IU
12.12%
Vitamin C:5.63mg
6.83%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.24%
Vitamin D:0.59µg
3.95%
Vitamin K:3.02µg
2.87%
Source:Epicurious