Baked Ziti Recipe
A comforting and classic baked ziti recipe that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner. This dish features layers of tender pasta, savory ground beef, creamy ricotta cheese, and gooey melted mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Baked Ziti:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ cup onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced (2 cloves)
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 48 ounces pasta sauce
- 16 ounces baked ziti, uncooked
For the Cheese Mixture:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella, shredded (divided into 2 one cup servings)
Additional:
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the meat is browned and the vegetables are tender. Drain any excess fat.
- Season the Meat: Stir in the basil, oregano, and pasta sauce. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Assemble the Dish: In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the uncooked ziti, followed by half of the meat sauce, half of the ricotta, half of the parmesan, and one cup of mozzarella. Repeat the layers.
- Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Let the baked ziti rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or using different types of cheese.
- This dish freezes well, making it perfect for meal prep or leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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