For a richer flavor, consider using whole milk ricotta cheese. Fresh basil leaves, chiffonade cut, make a beautiful and aromatic garnish. To add depth of flavor, brown 1/2 pound of Italian sausage and incorporate it into the ziti mixture. Ensure ziti is cooked al dente; it will continue to cook in the oven. Adjust salt and pepper to your preference.
Baked Ziti Casserole
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME50 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING8 People
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An exceptional baked ziti casserole, guaranteed to captivate any pasta enthusiast. Its simple preparation and impressive presentation make it a crowd-pleasing centerpiece for any occasion.
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
02 Step
Recipe View Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil. Add ziti and cook until al dente, approximately 11-13 minutes. Drain immediately and rinse under cold water to halt cooking; drain thoroughly. (13 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked ziti, ricotta cheese, 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, beaten egg, salt, and pepper. Ensure ingredients are evenly distributed. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Spread 1/2 cup tomato sauce evenly across the bottom of a 2 1/2-quart shallow baking dish. (2 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Pour the ziti mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly. Top with the remaining 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce, followed by a generous sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese. (5 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese layer is melted and lightly browned, approximately 25-30 minutes. (30 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the casserole to set slightly, making it easier to serve. (10 minutes)
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Jermaine Reichert
Jan 9, 2025The perfect comfort food! My kids ask for this all the time.
Jaunita Schmidt
Nov 8, 2024I've tried a few baked ziti recipes, and this one is by far the best. The sauce is so flavorful.
Claudie Kerlukerolfson
Oct 3, 2024This recipe was a huge hit at my family gathering! Everyone loved it.
Keara Stroman
Oct 2, 2024Delicious and easy to follow, thank you!
Elizabeth Deckow
Dec 23, 2023So easy to make and customize. I added some spinach and mushrooms for extra veggies.
Lowell Kertzmann
Nov 23, 2023Great recipe! I'll definitely be making this again.