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Cheesy Baked Ziti

Cheesy Baked Ziti

This cheesy baked ziti recipe combines pasta, marinara, and a blend of cheeses for a comforting family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 490
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 454 g ziti pasta
  • 450 g ground beef
  • 700 ml marinara sauce
  • 240 g ricotta cheese
  • 225 g shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • 9x13 baking dish

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, brown ground beef with onion and garlic. Drain fat.
  3. Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, combine ricotta with 1 cup mozzarella and half the Parmesan. Add salt and pepper.
  5. In a 9x13 baking dish, layer half the pasta, half the meat sauce, and half the ricotta mixture. Repeat.
  6. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
  7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
  8. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 490kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 27gFat: 24g

Notes

Feel free to customize this dish with different types of pasta or meats. It can also be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge before baking.

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