Baked Ziti

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   Preheat oven to 350F.

2. 2

   Brown sausage in a skillet and drain off excess fat.

3. 3

   In a large pot, bring 6 quarts of salted water to a boil.

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   Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes.

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   Drain pasta in a colander and set aside.

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   If not using immediately, cover top with plastic wrap so that pasta does not dry out.

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   Do not rinse pasta with water.

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   In a large bowl, combine the tomato sauce and ricotta and mix well.

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   Add the cooked ziti and sausage and toss gently.

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    In a large greased baking dish, pour in pasta mixture.

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    Sprinkle the mozzarella, Parmesan, and remaining Romano all over the top.

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    Dot with the butter.

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    Place baking dish on top of baking sheet.

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    Bake until top is golden brown and bubbly, about 30 to 40 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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