Recipe Card of Baked Ziti
This Baked Ziti recipe is a hearty combination of tender pasta, savory ground beef, and a rich layer of spaghetti sauce, all crowned with a trio of Italian cheeses. It's a comforting, family-friendly dish, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients list
- 1 pound dry ziti pasta
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 jars spaghetti sauce (26 ounce jars)
- 6 ounces provolone cheese, sliced
- 1.5 cups sour cream
- 6 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Make sure you have all your ingredients ready for this delicious baked ziti dish. It adds a special twist to every meal.
- Boil a sizeable pot of salted water. Add in the ziti pasta and cook to al dente, approximately 8 minutes. Drain well.
- While pasta cooks, brown ground beef and onion in a large skillet on medium heat. Stir in spaghetti sauce and let simmer for 15 minutes. Preheat oven to a welcoming 350°F (175°C). Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Layer half of the ziti in the prepared dish, creating a substantial base.
- Carefully layer the Provolone cheese, crafting a rich middle layer.
- Spread the sour cream atop, merging flavors seamlessly.
- Add the remaining meat sauce, ziti, mozzarella, finishing with the remaining meat sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesan.
- Place into the preheated oven and bake until everything is hot and the cheese has melted, approximately 30 minutes.
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Notes
This baked ziti shines when paired with a simple green salad and garlic bread. Adjust the cheese to your liking for a personalized touch.
Nutrition
Calories: 578kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 914mgFiber: 6gSugar: 14g
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