Baked Ziti Recipe
Make Baked Ziti Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, garlic, salt, black pepper, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
In a large bowl, combine cooked ziti, marinara sauce, and the cheese mixture. Mix well to combine.
- 5
Layer the Ziti
In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spread half of the ziti mixture. Top with half of the mozzarella cheese. Add the remaining ziti mixture on top and finish with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- 6
Bake
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
