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Description
Baked ziti is a classic Italian-American pasta dish with layers of ziti pasta, rich tomato sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook ziti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, basil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cooked ziti with marinara sauce in a large bowl.
- Spread half the pasta mixture in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Top with the ricotta mixture, then add the remaining pasta.
- Sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use whole milk ricotta for creamier texture.
- Substitute cottage cheese for ricotta if preferred.
- Add cooked ground beef or sausage for a meaty version.
- Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American