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Upside Down Winter Warmer Pasta Bake

Upside Down Winter Warmer Pasta Bake

with Beef Ragu and Creamy Rigatoni
Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on February 05, 2026
Calories
942 kcal
Protein
45.4g protein
Difficulty
Easy
Allergens:
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Sulphites
  • Milk
  • Egg
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

1 unit(s)

Garlic Clove

180 grams

Rigatoni Pasta

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

240 grams

British Beef Mince

1 carton(s)

Tomato Passata

28 grams

Red Wine Stock Paste

(Contains: Sulphites)

1 sachet(s)

Dried Oregano

150 grams

Creme Fraiche

(Contains: Milk)

10 grams

Chicken Stock Paste

20 grams

Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese

(Contains: Milk, Egg)

Not included in your delivery

½ tsp

Sugar for the Sauce

75 milliliter(s)

Water for the Sauce

75 milliliter(s)

Reserved Pasta Water

Energy (kJ)3942 kJ
Energy (kcal)942 kcal
Fat48.2 g
of which saturates25.5 g
Carbohydrate84.4 g
of which sugars11 g
Dietary Fibre4.5 g
Protein45.4 g
Salt3.7 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Garlic Press
Large Saucepan
Pan
Colander
Oven dish

Instructions

Cook the Pasta
1

Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil with 1/2 tsp salt.

Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). 

When boiling, add the rigatoni to the water and bring back to the boil. Cook until tender, 12 mins.

Fry the Mince
2

Meanwhile, heat a large frying pan on medium-high heat (no oil).

Once hot, add the beef mince and fry until browned, 5-6 mins. Use a spoon to break it up as it cooks, then drain and discard any excess fat.

Season with salt and pepper. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw mince. It's cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

Simmer your Ragu
3

Add the garlic to the beef and fry until fragrant, 1 min.

Stir in the passata, red wine stock paste, dried oregano, sugar and water for the sauce (see pantry for both amounts).

Bring to the boil, then lower the heat and simmer until thickened, 10-12 mins.

Meanwhile, preheat your grill to high.

Creamy Pasta Time
4

Once your pasta is cooked, reserve some pasta water (see pantry for amount), then drain in a colander.

Return the pasta to the pan, off the heat. Drizzle with oil, then mix in the creme fraiche, chicken stock paste and reserved pasta water.

Assemble the Bake
5

Transfer your creamy pasta to an appropriately sized ovenproof dish, making sure the bottom is entirely covered.

Spoon the ragu over the top in an even layer and sprinkle over the cheese.

Grill until golden brown and bubbling, 4-5 mins.

Serve Up
6

When ready, share your upside down pasta bake between your bowls.

Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many enjoyed the rich, tasty flavours; some found it a bit plain and suggested adding vegetables for more depth.
  • Ease of prep: Quick and straightforward to prepare, with several mentioning it's an easy family-friendly meal.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding vegetables like peppers, carrots, or spinach. Some prefer mixing the sauce and pasta rather than layering.
  • Next-day meals: Generous portions; serve with garlic bread or vegetables on the side for a heartier meal.
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