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Easy Baked Ziti
This easy baked ziti recipe layers tender ziti in rich marinara with creamy ricotta, then bakes it all under a blanket of golden, bubbly mozzarella and parmesan. It is a cheesy, meatless pasta dinner the whole family loves, and it comes together in under an hour.
Ingredients
- 14 oz ziti pasta 400 g
- 3 cups marinara sauce 720 ml
- 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese 375 g
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella 200 g
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan 50 g
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish.
- Cook the ziti in a large pot of salted water until just al dente, then drain. It will finish cooking in the oven, so do not take it too far.
- In a large bowl, stir the cooked pasta together with the marinara sauce and ricotta until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to the greased baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan evenly over the top.
- Bake for 30 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden in spots.
- Let the baked ziti rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving so it holds together when you scoop it.
Notes
For a heartier version, stir in 1 pound of browned ground beef or Italian sausage along with the sauce. Cottage cheese makes a great higher-protein swap for the ricotta. Nutrition values are an estimate.
Nutrition
Nutrition is an estimate, calculated automatically.
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