Baked Ziti

45 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Cook ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and mix with a little bit of oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  2. 2Cook ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and mix with a little bit of oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  3. 3Cook ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and mix with a little bit of oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  4. 4In a pan over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Add in the onions and garlic. Cook until softened.
  5. 5In a pan over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Add in the onions and garlic. Cook until softened.
  6. 6In a pan over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Add in the onions and garlic. Cook until softened.
  7. 7Mix in sugar, seasonings (oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper) and tomato paste. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  8. 8Mix in sugar, seasonings (oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper) and tomato paste. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  9. 9Mix in sugar, seasonings (oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper) and tomato paste. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  10. 10Stir in crushed tomatoes and herbs. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer sauce for 12-15 minutes. Mix in the heavy cream. Cook for an additional 5-6 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  11. 11Stir in crushed tomatoes and herbs. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer sauce for 12-15 minutes. Mix in the heavy cream. Cook for an additional 5-6 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  12. 12Stir in crushed tomatoes and herbs. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer sauce for 12-15 minutes. Mix in the heavy cream. Cook for an additional 5-6 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  13. 13In a bowl, add and mix together all of the ricotta mixture ingredients.
  14. 14In a bowl, add and mix together all of the ricotta mixture ingredients.
  15. 15In a bowl, add and mix together all of the ricotta mixture ingredients.
  16. 16Mix together the ziti, ricotta mixture and 3 large spoons (about 1 cup) of the meat sauce.
  17. 17Mix together the ziti, ricotta mixture and 3 large spoons (about 1 cup) of the meat sauce.
  18. 18Mix together the ziti, ricotta mixture and 3 large spoons (about 1 cup) of the meat sauce.
  19. 19Lightly grease a 9x9 baking pan and spoon in a thin layer of the sauce. Add half of the ziti mixture and spread out. Top with a layer of sauce and sprinkle with half of the mozzarella. Repeat layering with remaining ziti mixture, sauce and cheese.
  20. 20Lightly grease a 9x9 baking pan and spoon in a thin layer of the sauce. Add half of the ziti mixture and spread out. Top with a layer of sauce and sprinkle with half of the mozzarella. Repeat layering with remaining ziti mixture, sauce and cheese.
  21. 21Lightly grease a 9x9 baking pan and spoon in a thin layer of the sauce. Add half of the ziti mixture and spread out. Top with a layer of sauce and sprinkle with half of the mozzarella. Repeat layering with remaining ziti mixture, sauce and cheese.
  22. 22Cover pan with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes. For crisp, golden brown cheese top, broil for 3-5 minutes.
  23. 23Cover pan with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes. For crisp, golden brown cheese top, broil for 3-5 minutes.
  24. 24Cover pan with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes. For crisp, golden brown cheese top, broil for 3-5 minutes.
  25. 25Sprinkle baked ziti with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
  26. 26Sprinkle baked ziti with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
  27. 27Sprinkle baked ziti with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 0.5 cup onions
  • 0.5 cup onions
  • 0.5 cup onions
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1.5 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1.5 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1.5 tbsp tomato paste
  • 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 salt and pepper
  • 1 salt and pepper
  • 1 salt and pepper
  • 8 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 8 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 8 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 0.5 beaten egg
  • 0.5 beaten egg
  • 0.5 beaten egg
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 pound ziti pasta
  • 0.5 pound ziti pasta
  • 0.5 pound ziti pasta
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese

Equipment

large potfrying panwooden spoonmixing bowl9x9 baking panaluminum foil