Million Dollar Baked Ziti Recipe: Indulgent Comfort Food Awaits
This Million Dollar Baked Ziti Recipe is the ultimate comfort food, combining rich flavors and cheesy goodness.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, cook until browned.
- Stir in marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the pasta with the meat sauce mixture.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Let the baked ziti cool for a few minutes before serving for easier cutting.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 1 gram
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 28 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Million Dollar Baked Ziti, comfort food, baked pasta