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Ultimate Cheesy Baked Ziti

This baked ziti is a showstopper with a flavorful homemade meat sauce, and a creamy, gooey cheese topping that melts beautifully in the oven. A perfect meal for the whole family to enjoy!
2
50 min
TOTAL TIME
771
CALORIES
$2.31
PER SERVING
Ultimate Cheesy Baked Ziti
Directions
START WITH
30 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
50 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a large, deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
2
Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3
Add diced onion and sliced mushrooms to the skillet, and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until onions are soft and translucent, and ground beef is cooked through.
4
Add minced garlic and tomato paste, and cook for 2 minutes.
5
Pour in crushed tomatoes and tomato sauce.
6
Stir in dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and ground black pepper, and bring to a simmer.
7
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer while cooking the pasta.
8
Cook ziti pasta in boiling water according to package directions.
9
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
CHEESE TOPPING
10
In a small mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, ricotta cheese, and grated parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth.
FINISH WITH
11
Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the meat sauce, stirring to combine.
12
Transfer the pasta and sauce mixture to a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
13
Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the top of the pasta.
14
Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then serve hot.
Health Info
Macros
64g
CARBS
44g
FAT
35g
PROTEIN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
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