How To Make Creamy Baked Ziti
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz ziti pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent. Drain any excess fat.
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Add the Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and marinara sauce to the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes.
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In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese and Parmesan cheese together.
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In a 9×13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the meat sauce, followed by a layer of cooked ziti. Spoon half of the ricotta mixture over the ziti and sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers one more time, ending with a layer of mozzarella cheese.
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Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Let the baked ziti cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 586kcal
- Total Fat : 29g
- Saturated Fat : 16g
- Cholesterol : 130mg
- Sodium : 997mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 39g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 41g
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