Baked Ziti Recipe marycooks

1. 1

   Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees

2. 2

   Cook Ziti in boiling salted water until al dente (firm, not soft).

3. 3

   Drain and set aside.

4. 4

   In large mixing bowl, mix until well blended ricotta cheese, beaten egg, shredded mozzarella (save some for topping), Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and minced garlic.

5. 5

   Add salt and pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Coat bottom of quart size casserole dish with marinara sauce.

7. 7

   Add the pasta to casserole dish.

8. 8

   Add some marinara sauce to coat pasta.

9. 9

   Add the ricotta cheese mixture and blend into the pasta.

10. 10

    Place more marinara sauce on top of pasta and finsh by topping with additional mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.

11. 11

    Cover dish and bake covered for 30 minutes, until pasta is heated thoroughout.

12. 12

    Remove cover and bake additional 15 to 20 until cheese is melted.

13. 13

    Serve immediately and have some additional marinara sauce for those who want more sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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