Rigatoni Al Forno Pasta Casserole

Instead of taking the time to make lasagna, you can bake a homemade tomato sauce with ricotta cheese and rigatoni pasta for a quicker casserole.

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, simmer garlic, onion, olive oil and tomatoes with salt to taste for 15 minutes.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat egg and whisk with ricotta and grated Parmesan cheese. Add parsley and salt to taste.
3. Cook pasta according to package directions, but drain at 10 minutes, adding a few tablespoons of cooking water to the ricotta mixture.
4. Toss pasta with sauce and cheese mixture. Add to 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
5. Top with grated mozzarella.
6. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.