Pasta al Forno (Baked Pasta with Cheese and Sausage)

Pasta al Forno is a hearty, oven-baked pasta dish that’s packed with flavor and cheesy goodness. This Italian classic is simple to make and perfect for feeding a hungry crowd. Follow this step-by-step recipe to bring a bit of Italy to your table.

Ingredients

• 1 lb rigatoni pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 1 (1 lb) can tomato puree
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 2 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
• ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese