Baked Ziti Recipe
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the ziti pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Meat Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
To the skillet with the beef, add the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 4
Mix Cheese Filling
In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese with a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- 5
Assemble the Baked Ziti
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large baking dish, start by layering half of the cooked ziti. Spread half of the meat sauce over the pasta and dollop half of the ricotta mixture on top. Sprinkle with one cup of mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining ziti, meat sauce, ricotta, and top with the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- 6
Bake
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 7
Serve
Allow the baked ziti to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious baked ziti!