Description
This 5-Ingredient Baked Ziti is a creamy, cheesy delight that wraps you in comfort—perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz ziti pasta
- 1 lb ground meat (beef, turkey, or sausage)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped veggies (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ziti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground meat over medium heat. Add the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning, stirring to combine.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked ziti, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, and any chopped veggies if using. Add the meat and sauce mixture, mixing well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade Baked Ziti!
Notes
Make it ahead by assembling a day in advance. Freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg