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.
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
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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