Easy Baked Ziti With Ricotta And Mozzarella 6
A comforting, cheesy Italian-style pasta bake featuring layers of ziti, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ziti pasta
- 24 ounces Marinara sauce
- 15 ounces Whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped(optional)
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 pinch Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the ziti for 2 minutes less than the package directions for al dente.
- 3
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, half of the Parmesan, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Drain the pasta and return it to the pot; stir in the marinara sauce and the ricotta mixture until well combined.
- 5
Pour half of the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
- 6
Top with the remaining pasta mixture, followed by the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- 7
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden brown on top.
- 8
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition per Serving
485
Calories
24g
Protein
58g
Carbs
18g
Fat
4g
Fiber
7g
Sugar
890mg
Sodium
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