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Baked Rigatoni with Bechamel Sauce
Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis Show: Everyday Italian Episode: Italian Comfort Food Overall User Rating: 
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09/04/2008 at 07:39pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
this has to be the best gida good food and good looks
Baked Rigatoni with Bechamel Sauce
09/03/2008 at 06:59am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This dish is soooo good! I tasted the sauce while I was cooking it but it didnt have much flavor, so I was afraid it would be bland. However, the prociutto really helps this dish coming together. I added a little bit of onion, but it is probably not necessary. Definitely recommended!
Excellent
08/31/2008 at 12:38pm
User: Matthew from Minneapolis, MN User Rating:
If you are experienced with a bechamel sauce this recipe should be classified as easy. Very tasty. Use a nice fontina cheese and you'll be rewarded.
Perfection on a plate!
08/19/2008 at 02:30pm
User: Keri from Fort Hood, TX User Rating:
When I first attempted this recipe I was a little intimidated, because It was for intermediate cooks and I was a beginner. I shouldn't have worried! It turned out amazing the first time, and I swear, my Husband fell in love with me all over again! Not only was it melty and cheesy, but it wasn't overwhelming in flavor, and the saltiness of the prosciutto really added a wonderful depth to this simple dish! This recipe is, bar none, the show stealer whenever I give a dinner party or have guests. I highly recommend everyone try this recipe at home, even picky children are bound to love it! And the best part? From start to finish this recipe only takes about 45 minutes!
The best pasta dish for a dinner party-EVER!
08/12/2008 at 04:33pm
User: Gail from Marlborough, MA User Rating:
I tried this at a friend's Christmas party and flipped over it. I just made it for a party at my house and it was awesome. It is really tasty and I will make it again and again!
Amazing in every way
05/30/2008 at 08:29pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Ignore every single one of those average reviews. This is my first time making this dish and i was greatly looking foward to trying it. I must say, it is absolutely delicious. The sauce was so creamy, and the fontina cheese(which i have never had until this dish) was wonderful. Great flavor of the cream and cheese and it tasted great with the prosciutto. I sliced the meat into bite sized peices so it wasn't too big. Please don't look this recipe over, make it and its worth it all!
Incredibly easy for such incredible flavor
05/20/2008 at 11:18pm
User: laren from Roswell, NM User Rating:
Lovely dish that can be made in a pinch for a family dinner or even for entertaining. Be sure not to add much salt to the sauce as the saltiness of the meat really intensifies during baking. A must have in any recipe box!
DELICIOUS!
05/10/2008 at 06:27pm
User: Emily from Mount Pleasant, MI User Rating:
I made this for dinner for my husband and he thought it was wonderful. It was so creamy, cheesy and the top was lightly crisped and buttery. I will definitely make this again!
another winner from Giada
04/10/2008 at 05:01pm
User: Louise from sonoma, CA User Rating:
Quick easy, tasty. You can make so many different variations.. Good group meal.. Very comfortng
Lightened It Up, Still Delicious
03/07/2008 at 09:27am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very easy to make, yet very delicious. I used Ultra Skim Milk, and about four slices of prosciutto, which is all I had left in the fridge (would have liked more). Used freshly grated nutmeg (never tried that before, but I saw whole nutmegs used in so many FN shows that I splurged on a jar and was glad I did.) I'm sure Ultra Skim v. whole milk changes the taste a bit and/or the consistency, but we are more comfortable with it.
Absolutely the best Rigatoni
01/22/2008 at 01:16pm
User: Roseanne from Monroe, MI User Rating:
This dish was amazing! I added a small can of peas before baking....absolutely wonderful.
holy moly!
01/20/2008 at 07:03pm
User: susan from plymouth mtg, PA User Rating:
this was excellent exactly as is, no tweaking necessary... just make sure you add enough salt to the bechamel and you'll be very happy.
Creamy, Tasty and Delicious!
12/30/2007 at 12:10am
User: Susana from Miami, FL User Rating:
I didn't have fontina cheese and substituted it with gruyere and parmesan. It was so flavorful! I've made it with the fontina in the past and it's also been great. It's a family favorite. You must try it!
Not as good as I hoped
10/29/2007 at 08:23am
User: Karen from St Louis, MO User Rating:
I was dissapointed in this recipe. I LOVE Giada and have made two othe bechamel recipies of hers that came out great. This one tasted like flour to me... I will try again and add more cheese. It was not as creamy as I would have liked. I made half with sun dried tomatoes in it for my veggie daughter and she liked the flavor. I have not given up on this recipe and will make again sometime...
not the greatest
10/17/2007 at 09:37pm
User: Silvana from Woodbridge, CA User Rating:
We found this to be too rich with cheese an sauce, and not so much taste. I've tasted much better pasta dishes from Giada. Although this wasn't the greatest recipe - you're still my favourite Giada!!
"My" signature dish ;)
09/06/2007 at 02:37pm
User: Becky from Iowa City, IA User Rating:
I've been making this pasta since I first saw it air about three or four years ago, and it's become a staple at holidays, birthdays, potlucks, etc. Whenever I host a party, my family asks if there will be "pasta bake"! I often have to make two batches just to satisfy the masses. The ingredients can be a little pricey for families on a budget, but definitely worth it for special occasions, as it feeds an army. Also, if you're feeling cheap you can just substitute macaroni and a pound of shredded cheddar and omit the prosciutto, and you have the best mac and cheese ever! Very flexible, creamy, and delicious!
I LOVE this meal
07/12/2007 at 02:24pm
User: wendy from Quincy, AL User Rating:
I make it when ever I am cooking for someone new. It is always a pleaser!
family favorite
07/04/2007 at 12:25am
User: Betsy from Truckee, CA User Rating:
I make this regularly in the fall & winter. Unbeatable!
I liked it
06/26/2007 at 12:03pm
User: KIMBERLY from North Haledon, NJ User Rating:
It is a very rich dish but really good..
YUM!
05/08/2007 at 11:27pm
User: REBECCA from azusa, CA User Rating:
VERY good recipe. The baked cheese was fabulous -- like grown up mac-n-cheese. I accidentally used only half the butter...but it was still really good, so I may continue to make it that way (a little "lighter").
Glorified Mac-N-Cheese
02/15/2007 at 01:35pm
User: Leslie from Citrus Heights, CA User Rating:
I made this as a main dish last night and was kind of disappointed. It was much more bland than I expected. I think I will use a more pungent cheese and pancetta next time. The prosciutto was nice. But again, a little bland. The dish was very good, it just tasted like something was missing. I definitely won't make it as a main dish again. I think I'll try it alongside the ham this Easter (with a few adjustments).
One of my favorite recipes!
01/21/2007 at 03:11pm
User: Nancy from Ayer, MA User Rating:
I saw Giada make this on TV and knew I had to try it. I made this for my family which isn't keen on trying new things. They LOVED it. It's now a favorite for special occasions.
awesome!
01/21/2007 at 12:16pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Giada makes the best stuff. this was great comfort meal everyone loved it including the people who ate it the next day as leftovers!
Outsanding
01/19/2007 at 10:10pm
User: Ginny from Burke, VA User Rating:
This has become my go to meal for company. It is my most requested meal from my repeat overnight guests. I have even given it to my local Italian restaurant to make. Easy and with a loaf of crusty bread and a salad a meal everybody enjoys. A real hit thanks Giada, one of many meals you have added to my everyday menu planning.
absolutely wonderful
12/29/2006 at 07:06pm
User: allison from michigan city, IN User Rating:
Love it! Very easy to make. And we devour the leftovers the next day.
Yummy!
12/21/2006 at 12:59pm
User: Leanne from Apopka, FL User Rating:
Not only is she as cute as a button, but she can cook! My Italian momma always told me never to trust a skinny chef (ESPECIALLY a skinny Italian chef) but man, was she wrong. This pasta is phenominal. I have been making it since I first saw it air and my family LOVES it. They go nuts when I tell them I'm making it. It's fantastic, really. Way to go, Giada...
YUM
12/18/2006 at 09:18pm
User: Joy from Olney, MD User Rating:
This is a creamy tasty recipe. Great for a cold winter night.
I expected much more fromthis recipe
12/14/2006 at 04:15pm
User: alina from greenlawn, NY User Rating:
It was just OK.It is not worth the time invested in making it or the calories.
deeeeeelicious
12/11/2006 at 03:56pm
User: Jennifer from Schenectady, NY User Rating:
wouldn't change a thing. LOVE this dish.
Very good!
12/04/2006 at 12:27pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very taste and rich. Easy to make.
Creamy white delight !
11/13/2006 at 08:52pm
User: Christine from Smithtown, NY User Rating:
Tastey, creamy, and oh so yummy. Love the white sauce...the proscuitto compliments the sauce well.
Kid pleaser
10/23/2006 at 11:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was great for kids! it was easy too.
Warm and Yummy
10/23/2006 at 02:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Every Fall I love to make this for my girls, it just says FAll to us. Thank you for this great dish its warm and yummy .....
Baked rigatoni
10/18/2006 at 10:58am
User: Ethel from Valeljo, CA User Rating:
Terrrific? Great pot luck dish. I have made it with chicken, mushrooma and brocalli and it is equally good. Thx
Delicious!
10/16/2006 at 12:22pm
User: Jennifer from Chagrin Falls, OH User Rating:
I made this dish for my family along with the veal milanese, and it was fabulous. I put in diced prosciutto instead of the sliced. This could be a meal in itself with a nice salad and some crusty Italian bread.
yummy
10/11/2006 at 11:28pm
User: Liz from Bonney Lake, WA User Rating:
The bechamel was easy to make and I loved the creamy texture. It wasn't grainy like some cheese sauces I've made. The pancetta added a great smokey flavor to the sauce.
baked riggie
10/06/2006 at 12:57pm
User: alla from chapel hill, NC User Rating:
yum creamy add some red pepper and parmesan
Bechemel
09/24/2006 at 11:02pm
User: vickie from chandler, AZ User Rating:
Rich, delicious and easy. I've never had a bad recipe from Giada!
sickeningly rich
09/12/2006 at 01:44pm
User: GISELA from keller, TX User Rating:
I literally got sick after eating this. I would never make this again as it is far too rich. I used the finest ingredients and did not like the flavor of this dish. It is overkill.
This is comfort food. Wonderful dish
09/12/2006 at 12:52pm
User: willow from Norwalk, OH User Rating:
I absolutely love this Italian twist to mac and cheese. My grandson loved it too. Through this recipe I discovered Fontina Cheese.
great recipe
09/11/2006 at 02:19pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Great easy recipe to make. My family loved it.... even the little ones! The nutmeg adds nice flavor. Highly recommend!
Great, versatile recipe!
09/01/2006 at 01:59pm
User: ELIZABETH from Crystal City, MO User Rating:
I made this last night, and my family ate the whole thing. I made a few changes, though, to save some calories. I used 2% milk instead of whole - the sauce came out thick and creamy. I had leftover asiago cheese, so I used it instead of the fontina and it was delicious! I also substituted the prociutto for turkey sausage. Excellent!
Excellent!!!
08/30/2006 at 12:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is sooooo good! My family asks me every week to make this for dinner!
great pasta dish
08/23/2006 at 08:54pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
this was a great pasta dish and very easy to make. I used skim milk and it still turned out great.
I used sausage & basil
08/22/2006 at 10:06pm
User: Marie from Santa Barbara, CA User Rating:
I was looking for a recipe EXACTLY like this that I could use w/sausage. I had some turkey/chicken sausage w/basil that I broke into chunks and pre-browned. I also had gouda cheese instead of fontina. Other than that, I made the recipe exactly as directed. The only thing I would add is parmesan/parseley bread crumbs on top prior to baking. Giada never fails me. Mile Grazi!!
AM AZING
08/22/2006 at 12:22pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I LOVED THIS RECIPIE IT WASN'T TO HARD AND DIDN'T TAKE LONG TO MAKE. WILL DEFITNELY MAKE AGAIN!!!!
Yummy Yummy
08/22/2006 at 01:50am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This meal is delicious and extremely to cook. The only thing that I found myself was that the white pepper didnt add enough flavor, it took a lot to get a little. It was a big hit with my family though.
yummy rigatoni and sauce
08/20/2006 at 09:31pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
this recipe is to die for. my family just loved it. it was simple, easy and great to the taste buds.
crowd pleaser
08/18/2006 at 10:56am
User: Kathy from Deerfield, IL User Rating:
This is one of those recipies that everyone loves and is great the next day (if you have any left!).
just heavenly
08/17/2006 at 05:24pm
User: chrislyn from round lake, IL User Rating:
it's the best pasta i have ever made. the sauce came out really delicious. Thanks giada.
Bland
08/17/2006 at 04:32pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Made this one with great expectations. It was just too bland for my family, and even though I added more cheese, it certainly wasn't cheesy.
Awsome
08/17/2006 at 01:32pm
User: DEBBIE from Lexington, KY User Rating:
Very easy - could become a favorite comfort food!!!
feeding a crew
08/17/2006 at 09:58am
User: MOLLY from evergreen , CO User Rating:
I brought several guys from my sons football team home for dinner the other night after working out. Though I doubled the recipe they licked the bowl clean. Big BIG hit. Will serve for next dinner party.
Phenomenal
08/16/2006 at 11:53pm
User: AVRIA from Tacoma, WA User Rating:
I rarely give 5 stars to anything but this was outstanding. I have a "gourmet" grocery store near where I live and their deli serves a "macaroni and cheese" dish that I loved. This is almost exactly like it, only better! The prosciutto gives it that extra boost and the fresh nutmeg brings it home. Wow. This is a winner.
Explosion of new flavors
08/16/2006 at 11:12pm
User: Laurell from Madison, TN User Rating:
I tried this dish. It was delicious. It was filled with new flavors. I am a first time chef and I feel my dish tasted just as expected. I feel it was dead on. The only down side was that it was completely filled with new flavors and that is a little strange. They don't make this at Olive Garden, but maybe they should. Thank you for this recipe, Chef. I will try it again.
renamed over-cheesed macaroni
08/16/2006 at 08:11pm
User: jenny from truckee, CA User Rating:
My kids loved this and it was so easy. I actually made this without the recipe- i remembered from watching the show earlier in the day. I used fusili and way too much cheese. It was great!!!
its ok
08/16/2006 at 04:44pm
User: Chrisi from Killeen q\, TX User Rating:
we thought it was ok, the prosciutto was way to heavy for us but.. it was ok
allright
08/10/2006 at 03:36pm
User: ALEXANDRA from Indian Trail, NC User Rating:
Made this dish today. It was allright my 17 year old son said he preferred my mac and cheese. Probably want make it that often.
amazing rigatoni!
08/09/2006 at 04:56pm
User: karen from staten island, NY User Rating:
this dish was fantastic. it was so rich & creamy. so full of flavor. my family went crazy for this dish. before their plates were even empty they were asking me when i was going to make this again...
Very comforting
08/04/2006 at 12:46am
User: Suzi from Poquoson, VA User Rating:
Bravo Gaida!! I just made this for a celebratory meal for my husband who loves prociutto and we both loved it. Great with champagne :)
mmm mmm
08/03/2006 at 04:43pm
User: samantha from monroe, MI User Rating:
very good
Family Favorite
08/01/2006 at 02:35pm
User: Cheryl from new palestine, IN User Rating:
I have been making this for the past 2+ years. I get tons of compliments and requests for the recipe. My 7 year old son asks for this for Christmas and his birthday dinner and at least 30 times in between!! As others have stated, I too made some changes based on family likes...diced ham for prosc. and parmesan for the fontina. Makes great leftovers!! You can't go wrong making this dish! Soon you'll have family and friends begging you to bring this to potluck dinners and picnics!
awesome
07/27/2006 at 05:39pm
User: mark from orlando, FL User Rating:
This was a very tasty dish, although I can't make it often because of all the butter that's in it. Not hard to make and still tastes great days later reheated.
Great Comfort Food
07/22/2006 at 11:31pm
User: Mary from tucson, AZ User Rating:
New family favorite. My two picky eaters loved it. I was afraid to try Bechamel sauce but this recipe was fairly easy.
Crowd pleaser
07/13/2006 at 11:54am
User: Carmen from Indianapolis, IN User Rating:
I made this dish for my husband and his Italian co-worker. They were so impressed with this dish and the fact that I took time to make a meal related to their culture. Thanks Everyday Italian
Too Yummy!!
07/12/2006 at 12:06am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
very yummy & comforting - great for a cold evening supper
Okay, but with much potential
06/10/2006 at 09:31am
User: AGATHA from Hamopton, VA User Rating:
The recipe seemed easy enough and I followed all the steps, but to my family it seemed as though the punch was missing. Maybe I did not use enough nutmeg. I will try again with some of the other ideas other users tried, such as sausage in place of prosciutto,(to salty for my family, and I think I will add more of the Fontina to the top along with a few bread crumbs for the crunch. I love all of the recipes that I have tried of hers, so not giving up, just going to mix it up a bit.
Delicious. Make sure you follow recipe exactly
06/01/2006 at 09:48pm
User: Anastacia from Redondo Beach, CA User Rating:
This is an easy and great item to make for a party. I have made it several times. My only advice is to never adjust the recipe and to serve right away. I made it once and didn't have quite enough proscuitto in my fridge so I used less then the recipe called for and it really threw off the flavor. Also, it's VERY important to serve right away and NOT let it stay warm in the oven as it dries out VERY quickly. I made this mistake once and the wonderful creaminess that usually hides inside the rigatoni's holes evaporated. I'll never make that mistake again. When made properly, it's soooooo good.
So yummy!!
05/14/2006 at 07:22pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I just finished polishing off the last scraps of this. I made it for Mother's Day and it was a huge hit!! I was a novice at bechamels but this was SO simple! I agree that it is VERY rich but its so worth it. I added a little more fontina to the base and loved it! Also, I added the entire half pound of prosciutto which despite my love of it, I thought it was way too much...I'll cut down on that a bit next time but this is definately a keeper recipe!
Comforting
05/13/2006 at 12:41pm
User: Samantha from Wauwatosa, WI User Rating:
If you're looking either for something really different and tantalizing, or something light, this is neither of those things. It is fantastic comfort food. The ingredients are wonderful and the prosciutto adds a perfect ribbon of flavor through the dish. I've made it several times, including for Mother's Day tomorrow. Fans of classic, creamy confort food will rejoice.
Tastes great
04/07/2006 at 05:38pm
User: Tonya from Maplewood, MN User Rating:
This was a very easy recipe. It tasted great. I believe next time I'll try using a lower fat milk.
Super easy!
04/05/2006 at 07:22am
User: G. from Kansas City, KS User Rating:
This was super easy and Deeelicious. Picky kids love this stuff. Light on the clean up too. A+
impressive
03/29/2006 at 12:11pm
User: Chelsea from Fayetteville, GA User Rating:
I fixed this for my boyfriend and I on valentine's day. He loved it! It was rich and delicious...sometimes a little too rich for me, but thats just my taste.
Really good
03/27/2006 at 04:44pm
User: Julia from Alpharetta, GA User Rating:
I made this for some friends that were visiting and everyone liked it. I added shrimp to it and it was great. I think maybe broccoli would be good too.
Pretty darn good
03/25/2006 at 11:26am
User: Robert from Scranton, PA User Rating:
I saw her make this dish and thought it looked great. When I made it I thought it was pretty good but just a tad bland. The second time I made it I seasoned it more aggressively and that did the trick.
Awesome
03/22/2006 at 12:47am
User: Cynthia from bayport, NY User Rating:
Family loved this one!!! Easy to make and understand the directions!!!
Absolutely Delicious!!!
03/20/2006 at 12:55pm
User: TARA from Joseph, OR User Rating:
This recipe is very easy even though the difficulty states medium. I loved it and so did my husband!! It is so rich and creamy and cheesey. I love Giada's recipes and I use them often!!
yum
03/01/2006 at 08:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
rich and comforting
Easy comfort food with a gourmet taste
02/28/2006 at 05:36pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Easy, but requires almost constant attention. Very satisfying and comforting dish.
Baked Rigatoni with Bechamel Sauce
02/10/2006 at 01:40pm
User: Diane from Whitestone, NY User Rating:
great!
Many Italians asked for recipe!!
01/30/2006 at 10:53pm
User: susan from Santa Barbara, CA User Rating:
This is an easy and good version of a classic Italian baked rigatoni. I too added a bit more salt, pepper and FRESHLY grated nutmeg, which makes a big difference. I also added 2 TBSP. of fresh chopped sage to the bechamel and it was great....like I said a whole room full of older Italian ladies raved and asked me for the recipe. I am not Italian!
Family Favorite
01/28/2006 at 01:36pm
User: Kathleen from Austin, TX User Rating:
I make this dish quite a bit. I substitute fat-free milk for the whole milk and it turns out just fine without all of the fat calories. The sauce still gets thick. I also have added roasted chicken to this dish (the kind you get already cooked at the market). It makes a hearty meal. This dish is not bland if you season it correctly. Also, Fontina cheese can be a bit expensive but you can add shredded white mix blend (swiss, mozzarella, etc) and it is just fine.
i use more sauce
01/23/2006 at 01:29pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
for some reason if i make this as directed i feel it's a little 'tight'. so to loosen it up i either boil less rigatoni or make more sauce. great though!!!
Very rich
12/31/2005 at 12:54pm
User: LORI from Westbrook, CT User Rating:
The flavor for this pasta dish was fabulous. The sauce was a little too rich, even for me. I usually love rich foods, but this one could lighten up somehow. I love Giada's recipes, and use them regularly.
excellent
12/29/2005 at 07:35pm
User: Donna from Seattle, WA User Rating:
This was an easy, quick and delicious dish. The only thing I did differently was to sprinkle some plain bread crumbs on top before baking. The prosciutto really made the flavors pop and well worth adding. This is comfort food at its best!
Superb!
12/28/2005 at 09:44pm
User: STEPHEN from Littleton, CO User Rating:
Make it, eat it, love it. Great side dish for a veal or chicken dish.
Delicious
12/25/2005 at 12:01pm
User: JENNIFER from Lilburn, GA User Rating:
This was quite simple and had a wonderful flavor!
Looked better than it tasted
12/22/2005 at 06:09pm
User: Laura from Hillsborough, NJ User Rating:
I thought it tasted too much like nutmeg and quite bland. It looked a lot better than it tasted.
Yum!
12/21/2005 at 08:55pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Like heaven in a bowl.. The ultimate comfort food.. I've tried this with a variety of cheeses (swiss, aged white cheddar, smoked gouda) and they've all turned out fantastic.
Good Choice
12/20/2005 at 04:52pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Easy to prepare. Great warmed up the next for lunch too.
Simple and Delicious!!!!
12/20/2005 at 04:21pm
User: Jen from St. Peters, MO User Rating:
This was a very easy dish to make and very tasty too! The grocery store that I shop at didn't have fontina cheese but I tried fontinella cheese instead. Delicious! I also added a couple extra dashes of nutmeg and it gave it that extra oomph! Thanks Giada!
Tons for everyone
12/17/2005 at 04:49pm
User: Jessica from Kankakee, IL User Rating:
The bechamel is easy to make and serves so many. If you make it I know you will love it and make it many times like I have!
Excellent
12/15/2005 at 04:58pm
User: Robert from Saint Petersburg, FL User Rating:
Its not cheap to find the original ingredients in my area, but its well worth the money. This is an excellent dish.
Cheesy and yummy
12/11/2005 at 07:22am
User: Dorrie from Cape Coral, FL User Rating:
I loved the strong flavor of the cheese and the creaminess of the bechamal sauce.
Delicious an Comforting
12/09/2005 at 11:52am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is so good! A perfect combination of creaminess and crunch with the breadcrumbs. My family loved this dish. Thank you for another great one Giada!
YUMMY!
12/06/2005 at 05:08pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I make this all the time now! My husband likes plain ol' mac-n-cheese with hot dogs, but I won't eat it. This is an amazing replacement. He loves it, I love it. We're both happy! Creamy, cheesy goodness with prociutto. YUMMY!
Too bland!
12/04/2005 at 05:27pm
User: Donna from Branchburg, NJ User Rating:
I just finished eating this and found it to be too bland! It wasn't worth all the calories! I'll problably try it again with a different type of cheese. After reading all the reviews, I expected alot more!!!!!
You just can't go wrong with this recipe
12/02/2005 at 07:33pm
User: JOANNE from East Greenwich, RI User Rating:
I've tried this exactly as the recipe states, and, when out of the exact ingredients, with other cheeses and hams. It's just a delicious comfort food. I also use fat-free half and half for the sauce, and it comes out wonderful.
Niko
12/02/2005 at 01:15pm
User: Niko from Tucson, AZ User Rating:
It's a very simple dish. It is rich and creamy. I loved it. I may try other ingredients next time instead of prosciutto (too salty)...
The best ever!
11/30/2005 at 02:09am
User: Yolanda from Whittier, CA User Rating:
I made this for a dinner with a few of my girlfriends and they all loved it!! It was wonderful!! My store didn't have the fontina cheese so I ended up using a "Quattro Formaggio" mixture that Trader Joes had and it was perfect!
Rigatoni Richness!
11/27/2005 at 02:16pm
User: William from Sandy, UT User Rating:
Don't change a thing. Giada is perfect with this one. Cudo's Bella!
Great dish
11/25/2005 at 09:24pm
User: Jennifer from Wichita, KS User Rating:
This is a great recipe! I'm making for my entire family for Christmas.
DELICIOUS!!!!
11/23/2005 at 12:09pm
User: wendy from richmond, VA User Rating:
I made this for my family last week, and it was a big hit! My daughters are 5 and 2 and VERY PICKY! Even they liked it! I thought it would be hard to find the fontina cheese, but my local Walmart had it for $4.00! Easy to make and inexpensive!!!!! Made plenty of leftovers too! I definatly recommend.
Absolutely Delicious!
11/23/2005 at 11:14am
User: Susie from Hampton, NH User Rating:
This was heaven sent! Easy to prepare and everyone loved it. I'll be bringing it to my next potluck!
easy and fabulous!!!
11/23/2005 at 08:14am
User: Henry from West Monroe, LA User Rating:
everyone raves whenever i make this. It is great with or without the meat.
Delicious and Easy
11/20/2005 at 05:05pm
User: dianne from Surprise, AZ User Rating:
I make this dish exactly as written for dinner guests. Everyone loved it. I'll make it again very soon.
Fantastic!
11/20/2005 at 04:34pm
User: BETTY from Jupiter, FL User Rating:
This one goes into my permanent recipe box! Needed a little more nutmeg than a pinch to my taste, and we are cheese freaks, so I add more cheese, but it was simply delicious!!
very good
11/17/2005 at 12:00am
User: Jennifer from Royersford, PA User Rating:
My family enjoyed this recipe, but I did make some changes. My market does not carry Fontina cheese, so I used a shredded Italian blend of Asiago, Provolone and Parmesean instead. I also added some fresh chopped flat leaf parsley to the bechamel sauce to give it a "clean" flavor, as well as crisp bacon instead of prosciutto. It is a heavy meal, so a little goes a long way. I will make this again, as it is easy to prepare. Next time I might experiment a bit and add asparagus or spinach. As for the complaints about a bland taste, make sure you really salt your pasta water after it boils, and add plenty of pepper to your sauce. I felt the fresh parsley really helped with the flavor as well.
Delish!
11/16/2005 at 12:00pm
User: Nicole from Bayonne, NJ User Rating:
This was so delishious! My husband had 3 servings. Since we don't do well with cream sauces, Instead of the whole milk, I added 2% lactaid milk. And to cut cost only 1/4 lb proscuitto. It came out just great, and probably not quite as filling.
just ok
11/14/2005 at 06:31pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe was ok...nothing spectacular and way too bland for my taste... won't make again
Easy and Wonderful
11/14/2005 at 12:04pm
User: Connie from Lincoln Park, MI User Rating:
I loved it! Very easy to make and delicious to eat. We had our neighbor over for dinner and we all loved the meal. Very filling.
Yummy and Easy
11/13/2005 at 08:14pm
User: Michelle from Clearwater, FL User Rating:
I would definitely recommend this recipe. I substituted canadian bacon for the the prosciutto. My family ejoyed it....very much a comfort food. My only suggestion would be to make half the recipe. It can probably feed 10 people and we are a family of 4....lots of leftovers.
GRAND and EASY
11/13/2005 at 02:25pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Italian mac n cheese...wonderful flavor! The next time I make it I might add a hint of garlic.YUM! It really melted in my mouth! Wonderful side dish or main.
excellent
11/13/2005 at 12:49pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
very easy and tasty
Very Good
11/12/2005 at 06:29pm
User: erick from la habra, CA User Rating:
Not to hard to make, but very good.
Dinner party favorite
11/11/2005 at 10:56pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Just had a dinner party which included the veal milanese, antipasta salad and baked rigatoni. Everyone left with a copy of this recipe along with suggested variations. Thank-you Giada...what a simple, tasteful dish.
Simply The Best
11/11/2005 at 09:40pm
User: danielle from el dorado hills, CA User Rating:
Creamy comfort pasta that my entire family rated a 10. This will permanently replace mac n cheese at our house. Thanks Giada!!
Surprisingly delicious!
11/11/2005 at 06:27pm
User: KRISTINA from Granville, WV User Rating:
As a fancy version of mac and cheese in my opinion, this dish is great! And not hard to make!
Simple & Delicious
11/10/2005 at 04:12pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Easy recipe that tastes delicious. Looks elegant.
Light and Yummy
11/10/2005 at 03:17pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Great recipe, light and full of flavor. A wonerful alternative to cream. My suggestion, add a sweet onion, makes it just a little sweeter against the proscuitto
fantastic and easy
11/10/2005 at 12:07pm
User: Barb from Leawood, KS User Rating:
this is an excellent dish - thought i might put some garlic, but do not need to as the fontina is so flavorful. I put in 1cup of cheese, then added another 1/2 on top before baking. also, very very easy
Julia Byrd
11/09/2005 at 02:42pm
User: Julia from Russell Springs, KY User Rating:
I dont think this could be any more tasty ! I Love this Rigatoni it is so rich and delisous ! I could have this two or three times a week !
giada's recipe
11/09/2005 at 01:35am
User: barb from decatur, IL User Rating:
the bechamel sauce was fantastic and she is beautiful
Rigatoni with bechamel
11/08/2005 at 10:29pm
User: Julie from Wauwatosa, WI User Rating:
Not that hard to make but for something this bad for you, I would expect it to taste better.
Better than going to a restaurant!
11/08/2005 at 06:39pm
User: MELISA from WARR ACRES, OK User Rating:
This dish is delish!!! Its simple to make and tastes like a fine pasta dish from our favorite italian restaurant.
Delicious and Easy
11/08/2005 at 03:25pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love this recipe. It's a great italian spin on an american favorite.
Simple and Wonderful
11/07/2005 at 07:18pm
User: R from el cajon, CA User Rating:
This dish was so good! When I was making the sauce I thought it was going to be lumpy, but I kept whisking it and it turned out fine. Instead of the meat I put spinach, it was fantastic. My husband liked it a lot too and he's Italian. Everyone should try it. Thank you for a wonderful recipe!
Had some problems
11/06/2005 at 08:22pm
User: Mary from Killeen, TX User Rating:
I was really looking forward to eating this tonight, but when making the bechamel Sauce it didn't get thick. It was really runny. If anyone came give me some idea on how to make it thick, I would appreciate it. Thanks
the best!!
11/06/2005 at 05:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I really love making this recipe. My picky eaters eat it too. (I just have to leave out the meat.)
Comfort Plus
11/01/2005 at 12:55pm
User: Greg from Naples, FL User Rating:
An easy pleaser, plus a great variation on flavors in more typical cream sauces. The prosciutto adds depth, and is a nice counterpoint to the cream & cheese.
Absolutely Delicious
10/25/2005 at 11:27pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This dish tasted amazing, and it was incredibly simple to make.
yumm
10/12/2005 at 10:19am
User: Virginia from Myrtle Beach, SC User Rating:
great for a lazy saturday lunch or dinner, i substitued the prosciutto with bacon and tasted great
Sauce needs more flavor
10/09/2005 at 05:05pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
After reading some of the other reviews, I went ahead and added about 2 teaspoons of McCormick Greek Seasoning Herbs to the bechamel sauce, and used cooked crumbled Italian sausage instead of the prosciutto. Came out wonderful! (I agree the sauce was bland before I added the herbs).
Wonderful
09/28/2005 at 03:16pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
One of the best dishes I have ever had
It was worth the burn!
09/26/2005 at 02:15pm
User: Sarah from Little Rock, AR User Rating:
Did a test run on this one for my husband and his friend, and they raved about it! I'll definitely use this one to entertain. Next time I might add a bit of garlic powder to the sauce for an added flavor. It was so good, I didn't mind burning my hand when some boiling pasta water splashed on it! I just grabbed some aloe vera gel and kept on going!
Smoke'n
09/25/2005 at 12:05am
User: SYLVIA from CARLSBAD, CA User Rating:
I doubled the receipe and didn't want to spend $20 on procuito so I used smoked bacon. I fried it up with the butter, my husband loved it.
easy and delicious
09/12/2005 at 10:12pm
User: Mary from Vernon, VT User Rating:
This recipe is a wonderful, delicate twist on macaroni and cheese. I have used bacon with this recipe and it came out great. Very good as a main dish for a few or side dish for a large dinner party.
Very good!
09/04/2005 at 07:34pm
User: JANE from oceanside, CA User Rating:
My 12 year old daughter chose this as her first recipe to cook for the family. Since it required a lot of tending (milk can burn) I helped her every step of the way, but in the end she was very proud of her delicious finished product. In my opinion it's a fancy "macaroni & cheese" that can be twisted in many ways dependent on what you use for the meat or instead of the meat (veggies!). A winner!
Yummy
08/30/2005 at 02:55pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is the absolute BEST!! I have prepared many times for family and friends and it has become a favorite. Plus it is very easy and the flavors are wonderful!!
So-So
08/28/2005 at 01:51pm
User: Cindi from Jacksonville, FL User Rating:
I was a little disappointed with this recipe. There was something that kept it from being really good. It didn't have much flavor. But I will say it was a "comfort food". My family was very full afterwards.
delicious, comfort food
08/16/2005 at 09:55pm
User: belle from Poquoson, VA User Rating:
wonderful recipe to make and enjoy
needs more cheese
08/15/2005 at 11:12am
User: Deanne from Stratford, CANADA User Rating:
After reading the reviews, I added extra cheese to this dish and it turned out great. Could not find fontina so just used a mixture of other cheeses. Will definately make again as this is a great twist to the old mac n'cheese.
Baked Rigatoni at its Best
08/14/2005 at 03:50pm
User: Cathleen from Half Moon Bay, CA User Rating:
I am an experienced cook and found this recipe so easy and so delicious. Had to use domestic Fontina (Trader Joe's) but it worked. Have made it twice and will try good quality Black Forest Ham next time. Proscuitto gets a bit pricey. May also add a bit of Asiago as recommended by other reviewers. I agree that reheating it did not work well. So I ate the rest of the second batch cold/room temperature and it was wonderful. Probably only folks raised in the 1950's would think of doing this - try it and you might like it.
Pretty Yummy
08/14/2005 at 02:49pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
As some reviews stated, this dish is a little bland (I've ruined my palate by eating too much spicy food). I reduced the salt and added a handful of parmesan cheese. Next time, I'll use a stronger cheese.
WOW
08/11/2005 at 10:38am
User: MARIA from LEVITTOWN, PA User Rating:
I MADE THIS ONE AND MY FAMILY COULDN'T GET ENOUGH OF IT. IT WAS EASY THE ONLY TROUBLE I HAD WAS WITH THE PROSCIUTTO, DOING IT JULIENNE. WOULD LIKE TO SEE THAT EPISODE AGAIN. THANKS.
good
08/09/2005 at 03:38pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
i enjoyed this quite a bit. my boyfriend didn't really, i think it was because the cheese stunk so bad when it was cooking. it turned him off. but i really like it. i used a blend of asiago, romano, and parm as well. and doubled the amount of cheese for more flavor. very cheesy. i also added chopped ham steak and asparagus.
Rigatoni with Bechamel Sauce
08/07/2005 at 10:29am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is yummy. I have served it several times already to universally positive reviews. For my vegetarian friends, I omitted the proscuitto and substituted blanched chopped asparagus. I used more Fontina than the recipe indicated. Also, if you like the crisp brown top, make sure to make this in a flat, wide pan instead of a round casserole dish, and cut the time back slightly. Gives more top surface area to brown.
The original is always the best.
08/02/2005 at 05:49pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe was so wonderful,it tasted alittle something like an baked alfredo pasta my parents made growing up. I tried playing with it a little the new versions tasted okay but I still like Giada's version better>
awesome easy and the kids will eat it!
07/30/2005 at 09:03am
User: andrea from hasbrouck heights, NJ User Rating:
my husband and my 4 year old daughter will eat this and eat it and even eat it again! i try to make it at least once every month, it is a really rich meal and i make it as a meal in itself not as a side dish!
delicious
07/23/2005 at 02:53pm
User: Katharine from Rancho Cucamonga, CA User Rating:
i didn't use prosciutto and used bacon instead. i also added mushrooms. it was delicious.
a little bland
07/19/2005 at 08:04am
User: MARTY from Greenville, MI User Rating:
It was good, but doubt that I will make again. Kids didn't care for it much and the ingredients are expensive.
wonderful!
07/14/2005 at 12:56pm
User: Kristin from bridgewater, MA User Rating:
My family loved it, including the kids. Very easy to make. I will definitely make this one again.
My husband favorite!
07/05/2005 at 04:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love Giada's recipes...this one was very comforting. I made a separate pan that I left the meat out of for the vegetarians and it wasn't as good...definately needed the meat!
Wonderful!
07/04/2005 at 08:41pm
User: VALERIE from weston, WI User Rating:
An excellent Italian Mac and Cheese! My family has tried many versions of mac and cheese and this is one of our favorites.
Awesome and cheesy rigatoni!!!!!
07/02/2005 at 07:33pm
User: Shelley from Fayetteville, NC User Rating:
This recipe is AWESOME!!!! It reminds me of my grandmothers baked macoroni with a twist. It is easy to make and delicious to eat!!
Lori from Houston
06/29/2005 at 07:04pm
User: LORI from Houston, TX User Rating:
This is an excellent pasta dish that will go with everything. I served it with veal & chicken and got compliments every time.
Sunday Comfort
06/20/2005 at 05:09pm
User: Jean from Windsor, CO User Rating:
We made this easy, creamy dish for on a chilly Sunday evening. My two teenaged boys couldn't get enough! Will become a regular dish at our place! Yummy
great comfort food!
06/12/2005 at 01:10am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
this recipe was very easy and the end result was great. i did put extra fontina and prosciutto in it for extra flavor which made it very yummy indeed! :)
Very good adult mac & cheese!
06/09/2005 at 11:10am
User: DIANE from Amherst , NH User Rating:
This recipe was wonderful. It was great leftover the day after. It is super easy and is a new favorite in our house.
baked rigatoni...
06/03/2005 at 11:35am
User: JENNY from cumming, GA User Rating:
yummmmmm... and easy too!
Rich and Tasty
05/31/2005 at 02:21pm
User: SUE from seattle, WA User Rating:
Yum! This could have probably been made with a little less rich milk than whole. I added much more cheese (2-3 times as much), otherwise it probably would've been too bland.
yummy
05/30/2005 at 08:04pm
User: georgina from seminole, FL User Rating:
I really enjoyed this dish, however, it was a little too rich for a main dish, need to serve this as a appetizer, thank you and of course I enjoy all of your dishes. Thanks, Georgina.
Bland
05/30/2005 at 03:55pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I found this dish to be