Ingredients
– 1 pound ziti pasta
– 2 cups ricotta cheese
– 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 4 cups marinara sauce
– 1 large egg
– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Olive oil, for greasing
Instructions
Creating the perfect Three Cheese Baked Ziti is easy when you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
2. Cook Pasta: In a large pot, boil salted water and cook the ziti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, one cup of mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
4. Combine with Sauce: In a large bowl, mix the cooked ziti with marinara sauce.
5. Layer the Dish: Spread half of the ziti mix in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the cheese mixture, spreading it evenly.
6. Add Remaining Ziti: Layer the remaining ziti on top of the cheese mixture, followed by the rest of the ricotta mixture.
7. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella over the top.
8. Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
9. Uncover and Broil: Remove the foil and broil for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
10. Rest and Serve: Allow the baked ziti to rest for about 5-10 minutes before serving. This helps the cheese set slightly.
These steps will lead you to create a delicious Three Cheese Baked Ziti that everyone will rave about!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g