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Cheesy Turkey Rigatoni Bake

Hearty ground turkey, savory mushrooms, and rigatoni pasta are tossed in a flavorful tomato sauce, topped with golden melted cheese, and baked to bubbly perfection. This one-dish dinner is comfort food made simple—easy to make, impossible to resist.

Ingredients

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1 lb rigatoni pasta

2 tbsp olive oil

1 lb ground turkey

1 cup mushrooms, sliced

1 cup onion, finely chopped

1 tbsp garlic, minced

2 cans (13.5 oz each) tomato sauce (about 3.5 cups)

2 tbsp red or white wine (or balsamic vinegar)

1 tbsp Italian seasoning

1 tsp salt (or to taste)

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

3 cups shredded cheddar or fresh mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Cook Pasta: Boil rigatoni in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Cook Turkey Mixture: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Cook turkey until browned. Add onions, mushrooms, and garlic; sauté until soft.

Add Sauce: Stir in tomato sauce, wine or vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and parsley. Simmer for 5–10 minutes.

Combine & Assemble: Mix sauce with cooked pasta. Pour into a greased 9×13 baking dish. Top with shredded cheese.

Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.

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