BAKED ZITI - PIONEER WOMAN RECIPE - (3.7/5)
Provided by lindaauman
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and saute for several minutes, or until starting to soften. Add Italian sausage and ground beef and cook until browned. Drain off fat, leaving a bit behind for flavor and moisture. Add tomatoes, tomato juice, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes. After that time, remove 3 to 4 cups of the sauce to a different bowl to cool down. Preheat oven to 375°F. In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, 2 cups of the grated mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, and salt and pepper. Stir together just a couple of times (do not mix completely). Drain the pasta and rinse under cool water to stop the cooking and cool it down. Pour it into the bowl with the cheese mixture and toss to slightly combine (there should still be large lumps.) Add the cooled meat sauce and toss to combine. Add half the coated pasta to a large casserole dish or lasagna dish. Spoon half of the remaining sauce over the top, then top with half the remaining mozzarella cheese. Repeat with another layer of the coated pasta, the sauce, and the mozzarella. Bake for 20 minutes, or until bubbling. Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the pasta just before serving.
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Anas Antra
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly but my baked ziti turned out dry. I think I needed to add more sauce.
Philistar Amwai
[email protected]This baked ziti is a bit too cheesy for my taste. I would reduce the amount of cheese next time.
Sk ahsik Molla
[email protected]I'm not a fan of ricotta cheese so I substituted it with cottage cheese. It turned out great and my family loved it.
Kevin Rosh
[email protected]This baked ziti is a great way to use up leftover pasta. I usually have some leftover spaghetti or penne and this is a great way to turn it into a new meal.
Layla Cabdilaahi
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian so I made this baked ziti with meatless sausage. It was still delicious and my family didn't even notice the difference.
Geoff Bettlach
[email protected]This baked ziti is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's always a hit with my kids.
Yumiko Badmus
[email protected]I made this baked ziti for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
Md Akbar
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The baked ziti was cheesy, flavorful, and a perfect comfort food. My family loved it.
Mwamba Emmanuel
[email protected]I've made this baked ziti several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing.
Gulzaman Burira
[email protected]This was the best baked ziti I've ever had. The sauce was rich and creamy, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.
Nasaazi Mariam
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of baked ziti, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Muniya Afrin
[email protected]This baked ziti was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and the flavor was delicious. I especially loved the cheesy, gooey sauce.