Ingredients
Equipment
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Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

- In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rigatoni and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes.

- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, sweet red pepper, and chopped onion until browned, approximately 6-8 minutes.

- Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

- Pour in the heavy whipping cream and bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes, letting it thicken slightly.

- Mix in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5-8 minutes until thickened.

- In the same skillet, add the cooked rigatoni to the meat sauce, tossing gently to coat.

- In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, half of the shredded Parmesan, goat cheese, beaten egg, salt, and pepper until creamy.

- Grease two baking dishes. Spread about 3 cups of the pasta mixture in each dish. Dollop the cheese mixture on top, then top with the remaining pasta.

- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle with fresh mozzarella and remaining Parmesan, and bake uncovered for another 5 minutes.

- Let cool for 5-10 minutes, sprinkle with torn basil leaves and serve.

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This Four-Cheese Sausage Rigatoni recipe will surely become a beloved dish in your home!
