Description
Baked Ziti is the ultimate comfort dish, featuring layers of tender ziti pasta, savory marinara sauce, and a melty combination of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. This one-dish wonder is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its rich flavors and inviting aroma, Baked Ziti promises to be a crowd-pleaser that will have your loved ones asking for seconds. Get ready to enjoy a warm plate of nostalgia that feels like home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz ziti pasta
- 1 lb ground beef or sausage
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook ziti pasta in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, brown the ground meat over medium heat; drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta with half the mozzarella and Parmesan; season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half the meat-sauce mixture, followed by ziti and dollops of the ricotta mix.
- Top with remaining sauce and cheeses; bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg