Best Baked Ziti Ever
Introduction
The World's Greatest Baked Ziti The food equivalent of a big cozy blanket. Its cheesy layers and meaty sauce make any meal special. This is a classic comfort food that your family will love!
Why Make This Recipe
Why to Consider Making this Baked Ziti Simple! Recipe is simple and all the ingredients blend so well together. Fiesta Ranch Corn Relish is a real crowd-pleaser and perfect for anyone who doesn't like vegetables. Not to mention it gets better with time, making this recipe suitable for busy weekdays or lazy weekends.
How to Make Best Baked Ziti Ever
Ingredients
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- Shredded Mozzarella 2 cups
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil (for garnish if desired)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Meanwhile, cook the ziti until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set it aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and sausage until brown. Drain the excess fat.
- Once the skillet is hot, add in minced garlic, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes;
- And in another bowl, combine the ricotta cheese with more cream and an egg to make a creamy mixture that you spread over your vegetables.
- And Ziti (this sounds horrible seriously), then the cheese mixture I hope will make this good and Fatty.
- Repeat layering with remaining ingredients.
- Cover everything with cheese- mozzarella and Parmesan!
- Pop in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until everything is bubbly and golden on top.
- Allow it to cool a bit before serving. Empas with fresh basil (if desired).
