Italian Casserole (Rigatoni And Cheese With Tomato Sauce)

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   Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.

2. 2

   In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook rigatoni according to package directions until al dente; drain.

3. 3

   Combine tomato sauce with seasonings, and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minuntes.

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   Add sauce to pasta and toss to coat.

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   In a baking dish, arrange pasta and cheese in layers, ending with cheese.

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   Pour melted butter over all.

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   Bake, covered, for 15 minutes.

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   Uncover, and bake for another 15 minutes.

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   To freeze: Undercook pasta by a minute or two. Assemble dish as directed. Wrap with plastic wrap and then foil. Label and freeze.

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    To serve: Thaw in fridge. Remove plastic wrap and recover with foil. Bake as directed for 20 minutes. Then uncover and bake 15 more minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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