Description
This baked ziti is everything comfort food should be. Cheesy, saucy, and baked until perfectly golden, it is the dinner everyone asks for again.
Ingredients
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1 lb ziti pasta
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
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1 small onion, finely diced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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24 oz marinara sauce
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15 oz ricotta cheese
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1 large egg
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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Cook ziti in salted boiling water until just al dente, then drain.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
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Add meat and cook until browned.
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Stir in marinara sauce and simmer briefly.
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Mix ricotta, egg, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
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Toss pasta with half the sauce.
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Layer pasta, ricotta, and cheese in a baking dish.
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Repeat layers and finish with mozzarella and Parmesan.
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Bake covered at 375°F for 25 minutes, then uncovered for 15 minutes.
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Rest briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American