Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cook the Rigatoni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 10–12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Ground Beef and Italian Sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté chopped Onion in the same skillet for about 4–5 minutes until tender, then add minced Garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in thawed Spinach, cooking for about 2 minutes until heated through.
- In a separate saucepan, melt Butter and whisk in flour for about 1 minute to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in Whole Milk and Chicken Broth, simmering until thickened, about 4–5 minutes.
- Stir in Heavy Cream and cheeses; mix until melted and smooth, then season to taste.
- Combine the meat, spinach, and sauce in the skillet, then add cooked Rigatoni, tossing to coat.
- Serve topped with Fresh Basil and additional Parmesan.
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Notes
This dish freezes wonderfully; portion into containers for easy reheating. Add milk when reheating for creaminess.