This classic Italian-American favorite was all the rage in the 1980s—and for good reason. Baked ziti layers tender noodles with creamy ricotta, hearty marinara, and plenty of melty cheese for a warm, comforting meal that never goes out of style.
Baked Ziti with Ricotta
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Ingredients
12 oz ziti pasta
1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
1 lb Italian sausage, crumbled
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cook ziti according to package instructions; drain.
- In a skillet, cook Italian sausage until browned; drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
- Layer half of the cooked ziti in a greased baking dish, followed by the ricotta mixture, then the remaining ziti.
- Pour marinara sauce over the top, sprinkle with mozzarella, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly.
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