Baked Ziti
A warm and comforting dish made with ziti pasta, marinara sauce, ricotta, and a blend of cheeses, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
- Ziti pasta
- Marinara sauce
- Ricotta cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Ground beef or sausage
- Garlic (minced)
- Onion (diced)
- Olive oil
- Italian seasoning
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté onions and garlic in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat until softened.
- Brown the ground beef or sausage in the skillet until browned; drain excess fat.
- Prepare the sauce by stirring in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning, then let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Combine cooked ziti, ricotta cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese in a large bowl.
- Mix in the meat sauce with the ziti mixture until combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Allow the Baked Ziti to rest for a few minutes after baking for better slicing. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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