Description
A delicious and hearty baked ziti recipe that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
- 1 can (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ziti pasta according to the package instructions; drain.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat; drain excess fat.
- Add garlic and Italian seasoning to the beef; cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in marinara sauce and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked ziti, ricotta cheese, and half of the mozzarella.
- Add the meat sauce to the pasta mixture; stir to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish; top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter option.
- Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead and frozen for later use.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
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