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Baked Ziti with Ground Beef

Baked Ziti with Ground Beef

  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A hearty and comforting baked pasta dish layered with ziti, savory ground beef, marinara sauce, and melted cheese.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ziti pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 jar marinara sauce
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook pasta until al dente and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
  5. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer 5 minutes.
  6. In a baking dish, layer pasta, beef sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
  7. Repeat layers and finish with cheese on top.
  8. Bake 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  9. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add Italian seasoning or crushed red pepper to the beef sauce.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: baked ziti, pasta, ground beef, cheesy casserole

Find it online: https://crystalrecipes.com/baked-ziti-with-ground-beef/