Baked Ziti

Baked ziti is a comforting dish featuring layers of ziti pasta, savory Italian sausage, and gooey cheese, all enveloped in a rich marinara sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 480

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Pasta and Sauce

1 pound ziti pasta
3 cups marinara sauce

Cheese Mixture

2 cups ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Divided
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Meat and Seasoning

1 pound Italian sausage Can substitute with ground turkey
Salt and pepper to taste

Garnish

Fresh basil For garnish

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the ziti according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain.
In a skillet, brown the Italian sausage over medium heat until fully cooked.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked ziti, browned sausage, ricotta cheese, marinara sauce, and half of the mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper.

Baking

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella and grated Parmesan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.

Serving

Garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

For extra flavor, add sautéed vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers. This dish can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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