This baked rigatoni recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Simple and easy to make with just 4 ingredients, this dish in on the table in just 30 minutes. Packed full of flavor and a great comfort food dinner that the whole family will love.
1/4cupreserved pasta watermight not use the entire 1/4 cup
2cupsshredded mozzarella cheese
fresh basilchopped
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400F.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
Once al dente, remove from the water and drain, reserving 1/4 cup water.
Place in a large bowl while still hot and add the water (add enough to make it a bit saucy, but not too much), the pesto, and crushed tomatoes. Stir to combine.
Spray a 9x13 Baking dish with nonstick spray.
Layer half the pasta in the baking dish. Sprinkle with half the cheese. Repeat.