Baked Ziti
A nostalgic and comforting baked ziti recipe that brings warmth and joy to any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian (with optional meat)
Ingredients
- Ziti pasta
- Marinara sauce
- Ricotta cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Ground beef or sausage (optional)
- Garlic
- Onion
- Olive oil
- Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
- Brown the ground beef or sausage if using, then drain excess fat.
- Create the sauce by stirring in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and simmer for a few minutes.
- Combine the cooked ziti, meat sauce, and ricotta cheese in a large bowl.
- Layer half of the ziti mixture in a greased baking dish, followed by half of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat, finishing with Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake covered with aluminum foil for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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