Baked Ziti Recipe
Fresh ricotta, creamy mozzarella and fresh basil tossed in our tomato sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cook Ziti Pasta
In a large pot, cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3
Prepare the Sauce
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in the tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 4
Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine cooked ziti pasta, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, chopped basil, and the prepared tomato sauce. Mix well until combined.
- 5
Assemble the Dish
Transfer the pasta mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- 6
Bake
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 7
Serve
Let the baked ziti cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh basil if desired.
