Baked Rigatoni with Mushrooms and Prosciutto Recipe

Name: Baked Rigatoni with Mushrooms and Prosciutto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 quart whole milk; 1/2 cup homemade or store-bought tomato sauce; Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 10 ounces white mushrooms, stems discarded and caps coarsely chopped; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1/4 pound thickly sliced prosciutto, finely chopped; 1 pound rigatoni; 1/2 pound imported Fontina cheese, coarsely shredded

Servings: persons

1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 quart whole milk
1/2 cup homemade or store-bought tomato sauce
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
Salt and freshly ground pepper
10 ounces white mushrooms, stems discarded and caps coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/4 pound thickly sliced prosciutto, finely chopped
1 pound rigatoni
1/2 pound imported Fontina cheese, coarsely shredded

1
Preheat the oven to 350.
2
In a large saucepan, cook 6 tablespoons of the butter over moderately high heat until lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
3
Whisk in the flour and cook over high heat, whisking constantly, until foaming.
4
Gradually whisk in the milk and bring the white sauce to a simmer over moderate heat, whisking frequently.
5
Continue cooking until the sauce is thickened and no floury taste remains, about 10 minutes.
6
Stir in the tomato sauce and nutmeg and season with salt and pepper.
7
Remove from the heat.
8
Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet.
9
Add the mushrooms and cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until dry and just beginning to brown, about 8 minutes.
10
Add the onion and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, about 5 minutes longer.
11
Stir the mushrooms and the prosciutto into the sauce.
12
In large pot of boiling salted water, cook the rigatoni until barely al dente, about 8 minutes.
13
Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
14
Add the tomato sauce and all but 1/2 cup of the Fontina and toss well.
15
Transfer the pasta to a 9-by-13-inch glass or ceramic baking dish.
16
Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup of Fontina over the top.
17
Cover the pasta loosely with foil and bake for about 30 minutes, or until heated through.
18
Remove the foil and bake until the pasta is golden, about 15 minutes longer.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 quart whole milk, 1/2 cup homemade or store-bought tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Baked Rigatoni with Mushrooms and Prosciutto falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Baked Rigatoni with Mushrooms and Prosciutto

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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