Greek Baked Ziti Recipe

Name: Greek Baked Ziti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces ziti pasta; 1 small yellow onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef; 2 (15-oz.) cans tomato sauce; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 cups milk; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Vegetable cooking spray; 1 (8-oz.) package shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/3 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

12 ounces ziti pasta
1 small yellow onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
2 (15-oz.) cans tomato sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable cooking spray
1 (8-oz.) package shredded mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Cook pasta in a Dutch oven according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, saute onion in hot oil in large skillet over medium-high heat 4 to 5 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; saute 30 seconds. Add beef; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until crumbled and no longer pink. Drain mixture, and return to skillet.
3
Stir tomato sauce, next 4 ingredients, and 1 tsp. salt into meat mixture. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, and cook, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
4
Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Whisk in flour, and cook, whisking constantly, 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk. Increase heat to medium, and cook, whisking constantly, 5 to 7 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Stir in Parmesan cheese, pepper, and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt. Add sauce to pasta, stirring to coat.
5
Transfer pasta mixture to a lightly greased (with cooking spray) 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Top with beef mixture, mozzarella cheese, and breadcrumbs.
6
Bake at 350u00b0 for 20 to 25 minutes or until mixture is bubbly and cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
7
MAKE IT AHEAD Fix and freeze this dish (unbaked) for a hands-off dinner. Let it stand 30 minutes before baking, and add 15 to 20 minutes in the oven.

1319

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces ziti pasta, 1 small yellow onion, chopped, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Greek 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.

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Greek Baked Ziti

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Variations & substitutions

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