Baked Ziti: Your Ultimate Comfort Food
There are few better ways to spend a chilly evening than tucking into a piping hot plate of Baked Ziti. This rich, flavorful dish, full of oozy cheese, zesty tomato sauce, and tender pasta, is the epitome of comfort food.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
| Calories | Fat | Saturates | Sugars | Salt | Protein | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 580 | 25g | 10g | 8g | 1.5g | 35g | 50g | 4g |
Nutrition: The above table indicates nutritional intake per serving for an adult.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Ziti pasta
- 2 cups Ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 4 cups Marinara sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook Ziti pasta until al dente, according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef or sausage with garlic until brown. Drain fat. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked ziti, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, half the Parmesan cheese, and the meat sauce. Stir until well combined.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Enjoy this hearty Baked Ziti with your loved ones and experience the cozy warmth of comfort food. This rich, delicious pasta dish is guaranteed to bring a heart-warming pleasure to your dining table. Stay tuned for more scrumptious food recipes!