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Baked Ziti For Crowd: The Ultimate Comfort Dish

Baked Ziti For Crowd
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Baked Ziti for a Crowd: The Ultimate Amazing Recipe

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ziti pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 jars (26 ounces each) marinara sauce
  • 1 can (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Boil the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the ground beef or sausage, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the meat is browned and the onions are translucent.
  4. Stir in the marinara sauce into the meat mixture, letting it simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  6. In a large baking dish, spread a layer of the meat sauce on the bottom. Add half of the cooked ziti, followed by half of the ricotta mixture. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
  7. Finish by spreading the remaining meat sauce over the top layer and sprinkling the rest of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
  8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • This dish serves well for large gatherings.
  • You can prepare it ahead of time and refrigerate before baking.
  • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving for added flavor.

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