Extra Meaty Baked Ziti Recipe

Name: Extra Meaty Baked Ziti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ziti pasta; 2 lbs lean ground beef; 2 garlic cloves, minced (optional); 1 medium onion, chopped (optional); 42 ounces favorite spaghetti sauce; 2 eggs; 15 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese; 1 teaspoon italian seasoning (optional) or 1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional); 2 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb ziti pasta
2 lbs lean ground beef
2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
1 medium onion, chopped (optional)
42 ounces favorite spaghetti sauce
2 eggs
15 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon italian seasoning (optional) or 1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
2 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.
3
Stir in spaghetti sauce.
4
In a bowl, combine the eggs, ricotta, Italian seasoning or parsley if desired, 1 1/2 cups mozzarella and Parmesan.
5
Drain pasta; add to cheese mixture and stir to coat evenly.
6
Spoon a third of the meat sauce into a greased 9x13 pan; top with half of the pasta mixture.
7
Repeat layers, ending with meat sauce.
8
Cover and bake at 350 for 40 minutes.
9
Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
10
Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
11
Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

1588

kcal

Calories

Fat

109

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 1 lb ziti pasta, 2 lbs lean ground beef, 2 garlic cloves, minced (optional), 1 medium onion, chopped (optional), and more.

Yes, Extra Meaty Baked Ziti falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Extra Meaty Baked Ziti

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