Easy Baked Ziti With Ricotta And Mozzarella 8
A comforting, cheesy Italian-American classic featuring tender pasta, zesty marinara, and a creamy three-cheese blend.
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces Ziti pasta
- 32 ounces Marinara sauce
- 15 ounces Whole milk ricotta cheese
- 3 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, 1 cup of mozzarella, half the parmesan, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Drain the pasta and return it to the pot, then stir in the marinara sauce until the noodles are well coated.
- 5
Spread half of the sauced ziti into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- 6
Dollop the ricotta mixture evenly over the pasta layer, then top with the remaining ziti.
- 7
Sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of mozzarella and the rest of the parmesan over the top.
- 8
Bake for 30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition per Serving
485
Calories
24g
Protein
52g
Carbs
20g
Fat
4g
Fiber
7g
Sugar
890mg
Sodium
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