When you want a warming, home-cooked meal that nourishes the body and pleases the soul, baked rigatoni with spinach and ricotta is the perfect choice. It’s not just pasta – it’s a warm story told through the pasta, the delicate filling and the golden cheesy crust.

Rigatoni – large tubular pasta – perfectly holds the sauce and filling inside, creating a feeling of fullness in every bite. Inside is soft ricotta, creamy and light, in which the spinach reveals its subtle, slightly nutty green freshness. Everything is baked together until an appetizing golden crust forms, which crackles when cut and gives a textural contrast to the delicate contents.

The cooking process itself resembles something cozy and leisurely: carefully mix the filling, fill the pasta, put it in a pan and let the oven do its thing. The aromas that waft through the kitchen are a special moment: warm cheese, herbs and lightly browned pasta create the atmosphere of an Italian home-cooked meal, where time stands still.

This dish can be served as a main course – it is hearty and complete – or as part of a dinner for two with a glass of white wine. It looks sophisticated, but remains accessible and understandable. This recipe does not require complex techniques, but gives maximum taste and comfort.