Baked Ziti with Ricotta
A hearty baked pasta casserole layered with creamy ricotta, zesty marinara, and bubbling mozzarella. This crowd pleasing comfort dish is perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
Classic baked ziti loaded with ricotta and melted mozzarella for the ultimate pasta bake.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
pasta
cheese
sauce
binder
seasoning
Instructions
Cook the Ziti
Preheat oven to 190 degrees Celsius. Cook ziti in salted boiling water for 2 minutes less than the package directions so it is very al dente. Drain and set aside. It will finish cooking in the oven.
Make the Ricotta Mixture
In a large bowl combine ricotta cheese, eggs, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, half of the mozzarella, and half of the Parmesan. Stir until fully combined into a smooth mixture.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the ricotta mixture and toss well to coat every piece. Pour in 500 ml of the marinara sauce and stir again until everything is evenly mixed.
Assemble the Bake
Spread a thin layer of remaining marinara on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour in the pasta mixture and spread evenly. Top with remaining marinara, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
Bake Until Golden
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbling. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
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