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Baked Ziti Recipe

A classic Italian-American comfort food dish that's easy to make and delicious.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ziti pasta
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage optional
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2. Cook ziti pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. 3. In a large pot, cook ground beef or sausage over medium heat until browned. Add minced garlic, dried basil, and dried oregano. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. 4. Add marinara sauce to the meat mixture. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. 5. In a large bowl, combine cooked ziti, meat sauce, ricotta cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
  6. 6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.
  7. 7. Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. 8. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Baked Ziti, Comfort Food, Pasta
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