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Easy Baked Ziti

Easy, one pan Baked Ziti is a simple recipe with classic spaghetti flavors in a cheesy casserole. Perfect for a busy night or as a make ahead freezer meal.

Overhead view of baked ziti casserole

Prep time: 20 min  |  Cook time: 15 min  |  Total: 35 min

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

1 jar Spaghetti Sauce (24 oz)

1 box Ziti pasta (16 oz)

1 container Ricotta (15 oz)

1 egg

2 teaspoons garlic powder

1 Tablespoon dried parsley

1 Tablespoon oregano

1 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 cup shredded mozzarella (in the mixture)

1 cup shredded mozzarella (topping)

1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large pot, boil water and cook the Ziti until just before fully cooked. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef on medium high until cooked all through, Drain grease. Add the spaghetti sauce to the ground beef and stir together. Move temperature to low and let the mixture simmer.

3. In a large bowl, add the Ricotta, egg, garlic powder, oregano, parsley, salt, pepper, and 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix together until smooth.

4. In a casserole dish or oven safe baking dish, pour ziti noodles in then add the ricotta mixture and the ground beef mixture over that. Using a large spoon, mix all together in the casserole dish.

5. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese over top the entire dish. Bake uncovered for about 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

6. Remove from oven and let sit for about 5 minutes then serve. Add a side salad or garlic bread and enjoy!

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