Easy and Delicious Baked Ziti Recipe

Baked ziti is a classic Italian-American dish that’s perfect for feeding a crowd. This recipe takes the traditional ziti dish and adds a flavorful twist with the addition of ground beef and a homemade tomato sauce. It’s a hearty and comforting meal that’s perfect for a family dinner or potluck gathering. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, you can whip up this delicious baked ziti in no time.

Baked Ziti Recipe

This baked ziti recipe is a perfect meal for a family dinner or potluck gathering. The combination of ziti pasta, ground beef, and homemade tomato sauce creates a delicious and hearty dish that's sure to satisfy everyone's appetite.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Casserole, Dinner, Lunch, main course, Main Dishes, Pasta

Cuisine Italian, Mediterranean

Servings 4 people

Calories 822 kcal

Equipment

• Large Pot
• Large Skillet
• Wooden Spoon
• Baking Dish 9x13 Inch
• Measuring Cups & Spoons

Ingredients

  

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• 12 oz Ziti Pasta
• 1 lb Ground Beef
• 1 Onion Chopped
• 2 Garlic Cloves Minced
• 2 cans Diced Tomatoes
• 1 tsp Dried Basil
• 1 tsp Dried Oregano
• 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
• 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
• Salt & Pepper To Taste

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Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
• In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat.
• Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
• Add the diced tomatoes, basil, and oregano. Stir to combine.
• Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.
• Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
• In a large bowl, mix together the cooked ziti pasta, tomato sauce, and grated parmesan cheese.
• Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
• Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the pasta mixture.
• Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
• Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5cupsCalories: 822kcalCarbohydrates: 77gProtein: 48gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 122mgSodium: 562mgPotassium: 994mgFiber: 5gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 569IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 614mgIron: 6mg

Keyword baked ziti, casserole, lasagna, pasta, ziti pasta

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