BEST BAKED ZITI FOR A CROWD
Guests will RAVE over this cheesy and delicious baked ziti! The dish won first place in a "Chopped Competition" that my husband and I entered with some friends, and it's become one of our "go to" dishes to serve at group gatherings and parties. I also make it ahead of time and freeze it for holiday company and...
Provided by Jamie Tarence
Categories Casseroles
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti or penne pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes; drain.
- 2. In a large skillet, brown onion, ground beef and crumbled sausage over medium heat. Add spaghetti sauce, and simmer 15 minutes.
- 3. In medium bowl, stir together ricotta, sour cream, egg & Italian seasoning.
- 4. Spray one jumbo or two large aluminum foil pans with cooking spray.
- 5. Layer ingredients as follows: • half of the sauce • half of the ziti • half of the Provolone cheese, • half of the mozzarella
- 6. Layer remaining sauce, ziti, provolone & mozzarella.
- 7. Spread all of ricotta/sour cream mixture on top.
- 8. Sprinkle parmesan on top.
- 9. Bake at 350 degrees until bubbly, about 45 minutes.
- 10. IF FREEZING: Assemble as above but do not bake. Wrap well, label, and freeze.
- 11. TO COOK FROM FROZEN: Place in fridge to thaw a few days before serving. Bake at 350 until bubbly. Allow to rest at least a half hour before serving.
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Janice Friginette
[email protected]This baked ziti is a must-try for any pasta lover. It's cheesy, flavorful, and sure to please everyone at your table.
Jam Shahid
[email protected]I love that this baked ziti recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
Meron Telecom
[email protected]This baked ziti is a great way to use up leftover pasta. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time.
Md kuddls Mia
[email protected]I've tried many baked ziti recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Godwill Maorere
[email protected]This baked ziti is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, cheesy, and satisfying.
Aayush Agrahari
[email protected]I made this baked ziti for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how good it was.
Noman Rao
[email protected]This baked ziti is so cheesy and delicious. I love the combination of the pasta, cheese, and sauce.
Obias Mubaiwa
[email protected]This was my first time making baked ziti and it was a success! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.
akter shimla
[email protected]I've made this baked ziti recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite.
Nosheen Malik
[email protected]This baked ziti was a hit at my party! It was easy to make and everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.