Best 8 Easy And Tasty Baked Ziti Recipes

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Baked ziti is a classic Italian-American dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It is made with ziti pasta, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and a simple tomato sauce. The ziti is cooked al dente and then baked in a casserole dish with the other ingredients. The result is a delicious and hearty dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

This article provides two recipes for baked ziti: a classic recipe and a vegetarian recipe. The classic recipe uses ground beef and Italian sausage, while the vegetarian recipe uses vegetables such as zucchini, mushrooms, and bell peppers. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your own preferences.

In addition to the two recipes, this article also provides tips for making the best baked ziti. These tips include using high-quality ingredients, cooking the pasta al dente, and not overbaking the dish. With these tips, you can make a baked ziti that is sure to impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

EASY ZITI BAKE



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I enjoy making this baked ziti recipe for family and friends. It's easy to prepare, and I like to get creative with the sauce. Sometimes I might add my home-canned tomatoes, mushrooms or vegetables. -Elaine Anderson New Galilee, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces uncooked ziti or small tube pasta
2 pounds ground beef
1 jar (24 ounces) spaghetti sauce
2 large eggs, beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
2-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce. , In a large bowl, combine eggs, ricotta cheese, 1-1/2 cups mozzarella cheese and the Parmesan cheese. Drain pasta; add to cheese mixture and stir until blended., Spoon a third of the meat sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with half of the pasta mixture. Repeat layers. Top with remaining meat sauce., Cover and bake 40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630 calories, Fat 30g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 164mg cholesterol, Sodium 878mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 45g protein.

EASY BAKED ZITI



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An easy and flavorful baked ziti made from scratch! So cheesy, saucy, and a one dish meal that the whole family will love. Takes only 30 minutes to make and is all things delicious and cheesy!

Provided by A Simple Palate

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ziti or penne pasta
3 cups tomato sauce ((see notes))
1/2 cup pasta water
1 cup Italian cheese blend ((parmesan, asiago, provolone))
1 cup Mozzarella
2 Tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (( opt for 2 teaspoons dried basil))
1 Tablespoon fresh thyme (( opt for 1 teaspoon dried thyme))
1 Tablespoon fresh oregano (( opt for 1 teaspoon dried oregano))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F. Cook pasta according to box directions with a generous pinch of salt. Drain pasta and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  • Add pasta and pasta water back into pot and stir in 3/4 cup Italian cheese blend, 1 cup of tomato sauce, and all of herbs (basil, thyme, and oregano). Pasta should have a creamy and cheesy consistency.
  • Transfer pasta to a 13x9 baking dish. Layer with rest of tomato sauce, mozzarella, and 1/4 cup Italian cheese blend over top.
  • Bake covered with foil for 20 minutes until cheese is bubbling and browned. Garnish with fresh herbs and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 kcal, Carbohydrate 71.6 g, Protein 24.9 g, Fat 6.9 g, Cholesterol 18.4 mg, Sodium 495.3 mg, Sugar 7.6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BAKED ZITI RECIPE BY TASTY



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Supremely saucy and cheesy, baked ziti is a family favorite for a reason! Toss ziti or your favorite tube-shaped pasta with a quick homemade tomato sauce and ricotta-Parmesan mixture, then layer with more ricotta and mozzarella and bake until bubbling and delicious.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium yellow onions, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¼ cup tomato paste
1 can whole peeled tomato
3 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more for boiling
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 package ziti or tubular pasta of choice
2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese, divided
2 cups grated parmesan cheese
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
fresh basil, thinly sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200°C). Grease a 3-quart baking dish with the butter.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and cook, stirring often, until softened and translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, and oregano and cook until aromatic, about 1 minute. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring to coat the aromatics, until the tomato paste is deep brick-red, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the whole tomatoes and their juices, using a potato masher or your hands to crush them into the sauce. Add 2 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper and stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until thickened, 20 minutes.
  • Add 1 cup of ricotta, the Parmesan, remaining teaspoon of salt, and remaining teaspoon of pepper to a medium bowl and stir to combine.
  • Reserve 2 cups of tomato sauce in a bowl, then add the ricotta-Parmesan mixture to the remaining tomato sauce in the pot and stir to combine.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until 2 minutes shy of al dente. Drain the pasta in a colander.
  • Add the drained pasta tomato-ricotta sauce and stir until well coated.
  • Add half of the pasta to the prepared baking dish. Cover with 1 cup of the reserved tomato sauce, ¾ cup of the mozzarella, and ½ cup of the remaining ricotta. Add the remaining pasta, then repeat with the remaining cup of tomato sauce, ¾ cup of mozzarella, and ½ cup of ricotta.
  • Bake until the mozzarella is golden brown and the tomato sauce is bubbling, 25-30 minutes.
  • Garnish with the basil before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 26 grams, Sugar 7 grams

CHICKEN PARMESAN BAKED ZITI RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: ziti pasta, chicken breasts, tomato sauce, mozarella, parmesan cheese, fresh basil, salt, pepper

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ziti pasta
2 chicken breasts
25 oz tomato sauce
2 cups mozarella
1 cup parmesan cheese
¼ cup fresh basil
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Boil pasta for 10 minutes, then drain.
  • Dice chicken breasts and cook thoroughly. Add tomato sauce, then add cooked pasta and mix until the pasta is coated with sauce.
  • Pour half of the pasta into a greased 11x7-inch (27x17 cm) or 9x13 inch (22x33 cm) baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with 1 cup (100 G) of mozzarella cheese, ½ cup (55 G) of parmesan, ⅛th cup of basil. Layer the remaining half of the pasta evenly on top. Sprinkle evenly with the remaining cheese and basil.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, remove and sprinkle immediately with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 594 calories, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 43 grams, Sugar 7 grams

BAKED ZITI II



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Three cheeses layered with pasta and marinara sauce. This recipe is so easy and so good!

Provided by BUCHKO

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes     Ziti Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
24 ounces ricotta cheese
1 pound shredded mozzarella cheese
1 egg, beaten
1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse.
  • In a medium bowl, mix ziti, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, egg and 1 1/2 cups spaghetti sauce.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and spoon in ziti mixture. Top with remaining spaghetti sauce, followed by Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes; let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 703.2 calories, Carbohydrate 72.6 g, Cholesterol 113 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 38.2 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 1110.5 mg, Sugar 14.1 g

EASY AND TASTY BAKED ZITI



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This recipe is super simple and tastes fabulous!!! Recipe can be used as a base to which you can add 1 lb. of whatever you choose....like italian sausage, ground beef, ground pork, meatballs, pepperoni, mushrooms, etc.

Provided by Capncrunch

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 1 9x13 casserole dish, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb dried ziti pasta
4 cups spaghetti sauce (Ragu, Prego or Hunts)
16 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
16 ounces shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and transfer into an oiled 9x13 baking dish. Add spaghetti sauce and mozzarella, then stir/toss until well combined. Cover with Parmesan cheese, and bake until lightly browned and hot, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.

5-INGREDIENT EASY BAKED ZITI



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Make and share this 5-Ingredient Easy Baked Ziti recipe from Food.com.

Provided by NancyB

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

16 -20 ounces pasta, cooked and drained (ziti, rigatoni or penne)
45 ounces spaghetti sauce
1 lb ground beef, cooked and drained
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
4 cups cheese, shredded (Mozzarella or italian blend)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta and drain.
  • Mix pasta, spaghetti sauce, cooked ground beef, Parmesan cheese and 2 cups of Mozzarella cheese well.
  • Spread mixture in a 9 x13 baking dish.
  • Top with remaining 2 cups of grated Mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes or until bubbly and the cheese on top has melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 830, Fat 36.4, SaturatedFat 18.5, Cholesterol 109.3, Sodium 1381.9, Carbohydrate 79.2, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 12.3, Protein 44

BAKED ZITI I



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A lady I worked with brought this in one day, and it was a hit. Now it is the favorite of all my dinner guests. It's great for a covered dish dinner too. I have made this also without the meat, and it is well received.

Provided by Colleen B. Smith

Categories     Pasta and Noodles     Pasta by Shape Recipes     Ziti Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound dry ziti pasta
1 onion, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
2 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
6 ounces provolone cheese, sliced
1 ½ cups sour cream
6 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • In a large skillet, brown onion and ground beef over medium heat. Add spaghetti sauce, and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer as follows: 1/2 of the ziti, Provolone cheese, sour cream, 1/2 sauce mixture, remaining ziti, mozzarella cheese and remaining sauce mixture. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cheeses are melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578.2 calories, Carbohydrate 58.4 g, Cholesterol 71.3 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 913.6 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your baked ziti taste its best. Look for high-quality pasta, cheese, and sauce.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: This means cooking it until it is just tender, but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will become mushy when baked.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: A combination of different cheeses will give your baked ziti a more complex and flavorful taste. Try using a blend of mozzarella, Parmesan, and ricotta cheeses.
  • Don't skimp on the sauce: The sauce is what brings all the flavors of baked ziti together. Use a generous amount of sauce to coat the pasta and vegetables.
  • Bake the ziti uncovered: This will allow the top of the ziti to get golden brown and crispy.
  • Let the ziti rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together and the ziti to set. Let the ziti rest for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Baked ziti is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. It's a great meal for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make a baked ziti that will impress your family and friends.

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