Bake Ziti
A classic Italian-American casserole. Ziti pasta is mixed with a savory meat or tomato sauce, creamy ricotta cheese, and mozzarella, then baked until bubbly and golden.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces ziti or other small tube pasta
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
- 2 eggs
- 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
- 2 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Description
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce. In a bowl, combine the eggs, ricotta cheese, 1-1/2 cups mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.
- Drain pasta; add to cheese mixture and toss to coat. Spoon a third of the meat sauce into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish; top with half of the pasta mixture. Repeat layers. Top with remaining meat sauce.
- Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 40 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.
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