Rigatoni Pizza Pie

Elevate your pasta night with this irresistible Rigatoni Pizza Pie, a crowd-pleasing dish that combines the best of Italian comfort food into one show-stopping creation! Packed with upright rigatoni noodles stuffed with savory Italian sausage, marinara sauce, and creamy cheeses, this baked masterpiece is topped with golden-bubbly mozzarella, zesty pepperoni slices, and fresh basil for a pizza-inspired finish. The unique springform pan method helps transform pasta into a sliceable "pie," perfect for wowing your family or guests. With its hearty flavors and stunning presentation, this Rigatoni Pizza Pie is the ultimate fusion of pizza and pasta, making it a must-try recipe for adventurous home cooks.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Rigatoni pasta
• 2 cups Marinara sauce
• 1 pound Ground Italian sausage
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 20 pieces Pepperoni slices
• 5 pieces Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan with olive oil.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rigatoni pasta until just shy of al dente according to package instructions. Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.

Step 3

In a skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles. Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage mixture, 1/2 cup marinara sauce, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, the grated Parmesan, the egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 5

Stand the cooked rigatoni upright in the prepared springform pan, packing the noodles tightly together.

Step 6

Carefully spoon the sausage mixture over the rigatoni, using the back of a spoon to push the filling into the hollow pasta tubes.

Step 7

Spread the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the top. Sprinkle with the remaining cup of shredded mozzarella.

Step 8

Top with pepperoni slices and place the pan on a baking sheet to catch any drips during baking.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the edges are golden.

Step 10

Remove the pan from the oven and allow the Rigatoni Pizza Pie to cool for 10 minutes. Carefully release and remove the outer rim of the springform pan.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Rigatoni Pizza Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1809.8 grams (1809.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3757

Total Fat 249.00g	319%
Saturated Fat 95.40g	477%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 807mg	269%
Sodium 8563mg	372%
Total Carbohydrate 177.20g	64%
Dietary Fiber 12.60g	45%
Total Sugars 14.70g
Protein 191.70g	383%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 2342mg	180%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 1814mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.3%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 19.1%