Baked Ziti
Tender ziti pasta tossed with rich marinara sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella, then baked until golden and bubbly. A comforting Italian-American classic perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 22g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine ricotta, 1.5 cups mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Step 3
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom.
Step 4
Add half the cooked ziti, then half the ricotta mixture, then half the remaining marinara sauce.
Step 5
Layer remaining ziti, ricotta mixture, and marinara sauce. Top with remaining 0.5 cup mozzarella.
Step 6
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 7
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- large pot
- large mixing bowl
- colander
- aluminum foil
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