Baked Ziti
Cheesy, bubbling baked pasta that feeds a crowd and freezes beautifully.
Prep15 min
Cook35 min
Total50 min
Serves8
Calories~550 / serving
Cheesy, bubbling baked pasta that feeds a crowd and freezes beautifully. This one takes 50 min start to finish and serves 8. It earned a spot in our pasta deck because the steps are simple and the ingredients are easy to find.
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Why you'll love it
- Ready in 50 min
- Everyday ingredients, most of them already in your pantry
- Tagged: freezer-friendly, crowd, family
Our best tip: Undercooking the pasta keeps it from going mushy as it bakes in the sauce.
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Baked Ziti
Prep15 min
Cook35 min
Total50 min
Calories~550 / serving
Servings8
Ingredients
- 1 lb ziti or penne
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 lb Italian-style turkey or beef sausage, browned (optional)
- 15 oz ricotta
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the pasta 2 minutes short of al dente and drain.
- Stir the ricotta, egg, half the Parmesan and the Italian seasoning together.
- Toss the pasta with the marinara and sausage. Spread half in a 9x13-inch dish, dollop the ricotta mixture over, then add the rest of the pasta.
- Top with the mozzarella and remaining Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes, then uncover and bake 15 minutes more until bubbling and browned.
Notes: Undercooking the pasta keeps it from going mushy as it bakes in the sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Calories are an estimate per serving, worked out from the listed ingredients and excluding optional sides. Brands and portions vary.
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