Baked Ziti Recipe

Name: Baked Ziti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt; 1 lb ziti rigate (with ridges) or rigatoni; 2 c ricotta cheese; Grill seasoning, such as McCormick's Montreal Steak Seasoning; A couple of handfuls of grated Parmigiano-Reggiano; 1 T extra-virgin olive oil; 1 to 2 garlic cloves, chopped; Crushed red pepper flakes; 1 c crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce; A few fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped

Servings: persons

Salt
1 lb ziti rigate (with ridges) or rigatoni
2 c ricotta cheese
Grill seasoning, such as McCormick's Montreal Steak Seasoning
A couple of handfuls of grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 T extra-virgin olive oil
1 to 2 garlic cloves, chopped
Crushed red pepper flakes
1 c crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
A few fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2
Bring a big pot of water to a boil for the pasta. Salt the water, add the pasta, and cook to al dente.
3
Drain the ricotta cheese in a strainer or a colander lined with paper towels.
4
Place the drained ricotta in a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish and season with some grill seasoning and a few handfuls of Parm cheese.
5
While the pasta cooks, heat the EVOO in a small pan over medium heat.
6
Add the garlic and a pinch or two of red pepper flakes and saute for a minute or two, then stir in the tomatoes and basil. Reduce heat to low.
7
Drain the pasta and toss with the cheese mixture. Add the tomato sauce, top the pasta with more Parm, and bake until the cheese browns, about 15 mins.

478

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salt, 1 lb ziti rigate (with ridges) or rigatoni, 2 c ricotta cheese, Grill seasoning, such as McCormick's Montreal Steak Seasoning, and more.

Yes, Baked Ziti falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Baked Ziti

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