Baked Ziti Recipe

Name: Baked Ziti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound dried ziti; 3 1/2 cups ready-made marinara sauce or 1 recipe Quick Marinara Sauce, (recipe follows); 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan; 1/4 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano; 1 pound fresh mozzarella, half cut into 1/2-inch cubes and half thinly sliced; Freshly ground black pepper and crushed red pepper or to taste; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 medium onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 28 -ounce can whole, peeled tomatoes in puree, roughly chopped; 1 fresh thyme sprig; 1 fresh basil sprig; Kosher salt and freshly ground black peppe

Servings: persons

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound dried ziti
3 1/2 cups ready-made marinara sauce or 1 recipe Quick Marinara Sauce, (recipe follows)
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/4 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano
1 pound fresh mozzarella, half cut into 1/2-inch cubes and half thinly sliced
Freshly ground black pepper and crushed red pepper or to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 28 -ounce can whole, peeled tomatoes in puree, roughly chopped
1 fresh thyme sprig
1 fresh basil sprig
Kosher salt and freshly ground black peppe

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Preheat oven to 400F.
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Bring a large pot water to a boil over high heat.
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Generously salt boiling water, add pasta, and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente (tender but not mushy), about 12 to 15 minutes.
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Drain and toss with marinara sauce, 1/4 cup of Parmesan, pecorino, and cubed mozzarella in large bowl.
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Season with black pepper and red pepper to taste; mix to combine.
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Transfer pasta to an oiled 9 -by 13-inch baking dish.
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Place sliced mozzarella over pasta and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan.
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Bake casserole until cheese is lightly browned and hot throughout, about 30 minutes.
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Serve immediately.
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Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; add onion and garlic, and saute until lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
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Add tomatoes, puree, and herb sprigs; bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
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Remove and discard herb sprigs, stir in 2 teaspoons salt, and season with pepper to taste.
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Store refrigerated for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
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Baked Ziti (with Quick Marinara Sauce)
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Serves: 6
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Calories: 621
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Total Fat: 27 grams
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Saturated Fat: 14 grams
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Total Carbohydrate: 66 grams
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Protein: 29 grams
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Sodium: 718 milligrams
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Cholesterol: 69 milligrams
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Fiber: 5 grams
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Baked Ziti (with ready-made marinara sauce)
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Serves: 6
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Calories: 616
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Total Fat: 25 grams
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Saturated Fat: 13.5 grams
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Total Carbohydrate: 68 grams
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Protein: 29 grams
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Sodium: 893 milligrams
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Cholesterol: 68 milligrams
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Fiber: 5 grams

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 pound dried ziti, 3 1/2 cups ready-made marinara sauce or 1 recipe Quick Marinara Sauce, (recipe follows), 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan, 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.

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