# Beef and Tomato Rigatoni with Roasted Garlic

A savory and comforting pasta dish featuring tender ground beef and sweet roasted tomatoes, elevated with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs.

Source URL: https://quickdinner.org/recipes/6abc22bb2ca172072b014b56
Category: Pasta & Noodles / Spaghetti
Cooking method: Stovetop
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

## Ingredients
- 1 lb rigatoni
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 pint cherry tomatoes
- 6 clove garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese

## Cooking instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rigatoni according to package directions until al dente. (about 10 min)
2. While the water boils, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked to 160°F. (about 8 min)
3. Slice the garlic cloves and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add them to the skillet with the beef, seasoning with salt and black pepper. (about 7 min)
4. Simmer the tomato mixture until the tomatoes release their juices and begin to collapse, forming a light sauce. (about 5 min)
5. Drain the pasta, reserving a small amount of cooking water, and add the pasta to the skillet with the beef and tomato sauce. Toss thoroughly to combine, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to coat. (about 2 min)
6. Remove from heat, sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese, and serve warm.

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