Baked Ziti Recipe

Experience pure comfort food bliss with this irresistible Baked Ziti recipe! Creamy cheese, perfectly cooked pasta, and rich marinara sauce combine in a 9x13 inch pan for a bubbly, cheesy masterpiece. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing party dish. Get ready to be amazed!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 456.9 kcal
Protein 45g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Ziti

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How to Make Baked Ziti

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook 1 pound of ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 15 ounces ricotta cheese, 8 ounces mozzarella cheese (shredded), 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 egg, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Mix well.
  4. In a 9x13 inch baking pan, spread 1 (24-ounce) jar of your favorite marinara sauce.
  5. Add half of the cooked ziti to the pan, followed by half of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers.
  6. Top with remaining marinara sauce and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
  7. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

46g

Carbs

17g

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