Cheesy Easy Baked Ziti: A Comforting Family Favorite Recipe
A creamy and cheesy baked ziti that is easy to prepare and sure to please the family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer half of the pasta mixture to a baking dish, layer with half of the mozzarella cheese, then add the remaining pasta and top with the rest of the mozzarella and the Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- You can use any pasta shape you prefer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Cheesy Easy Baked Ziti, Comfort Food, Family Recipe