Gluten-Free Rigatoni with Meat Sauce
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this hearty and flavorful Gluten-Free Rigatoni with Meat Sauce! Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe combines tender gluten-free rigatoni pasta with a rich, homemade meat sauce infused with aromatics like garlic and onion and seasoned with classic Italian herbs like oregano and basil. The sauce, made with crushed tomatoes and a touch of tomato paste for depth, simmers to perfection with savory ground beef, creating a robust and comforting meal that’s gluten-free without compromising on taste. Ready in just an hour, this dish is easy to prepare and can be topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of parsley for added freshness. Whether you're gluten-sensitive or just looking for a delicious pasta alternative, this recipe is a winning choice for the whole family!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Gluten-free rigatoni pasta
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 Medium onion, diced
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 28 oz Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dried basil
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the gluten-free rigatoni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, and sugar. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-low heat. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve the cooked rigatoni topped with meat sauce and, if desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
Garnish with additional parsley before serving for extra freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3638 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.0 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.9 g | 294% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 416 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 4620 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 410.3 g | 149% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.2 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.5 g | ||
| Protein | 165.3 g | 331% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1737 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 23.7 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 4197 mg | 89% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
