Baked ziti is a classic Italian dish that is usually served as a main course. This hearty dish is made with ziti noodles, tomato sauce, and cheese. It can also be made with ground beef, sausage, or vegetables. It is a great way to feed a crowd and is perfect for a family dinner or potluck.
Ingredients
- 1 pound of ziti noodles
- 1 jar of your favorite tomato sauce
- 1 pound of ground beef, sausage, or vegetables (optional)
- 1 cup of ricotta cheese
- 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and set aside. Cook the ziti noodles according to the package instructions and drain. In a large bowl, combine the cooked ziti noodles with the tomato sauce, ground beef or sausage (if using), ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is combined.
Pour the ziti mixture into the prepared baking dish. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. After the 25 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let the baked ziti cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition
One serving of this delicious baked ziti is approximately 365 calories. It contains 19 grams of fat, 7 grams of saturated fat, 30 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of dietary fiber, 6 grams of sugar, and 16 grams of protein. It also contains 8% of your daily calcium, 8% of your daily iron, and 8% of your daily Vitamin A.
This is a great dish to serve to your family and friends. It is sure to be a hit! Baked ziti is great as leftovers as well. Simply store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you are ready to eat, simply reheat in the microwave or oven. Enjoy!
