Baked Ziti
Baked ziti is a comforting dish that combines tender pasta with a hearty meat sauce and melted cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Optional Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) for optimal baking conditions.
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente; then drain and set aside.
- Brown the meat in a large skillet over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat.
- Add the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning to the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Mix the cooked ziti pasta with the meat sauce, ricotta cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese in a large bowl.
- Pour the pasta mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This dish can also be frozen before baking for future meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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