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One-Pot Beef and Tomato Rigatoni That Saves You From Doing a Mountain of Dishes

This One-Pot Beef and Tomato Rigatoni is a comforting, flavorful dish that combines tender rigatoni with savory beef and a rich tomato sauce. It’s easy to prepare and minimizes cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Method
 

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the diced onion and garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, red pepper flakes, and season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
  4. Add the rigatoni pasta to the boiling mixture, stirring to combine. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  5. Once the pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened, stir in half of the shredded mozzarella cheese, mixing until melted.
  6. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese and cover for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave, adding a splash of water to revive the sauce as needed.