Italian Baked Ziti (Authentic) Recipe

Name: Italian Baked Ziti (Authentic)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs Italian sausage; 1 lb ziti pasta (penne or rigatoni); 500 g tomato sauce; 3 cups mozzarella cheese; 1 cup parmesan cheese; 3 tablespoons dried basil; 1 tablespoon dried rosemary; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 red chili peppers; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

1
Add tomato sauce,rosemary,oregano,chili peppers,sugar and basil to a pot.
2
Bring to boil and simmer one hour. Remove chili peppers.
3
Cook pasta to al dente (little chewy). You don't want to overcook it as it cooks in the baking also.
4
Remove sausage from casing and cook in 1/2 cup olive oil over medium high till browned.
5
Add cooked sausage and all the oil (don't drain)to the tomato sauce and mix.
6
Add cooked pasta into a 9x13 baking pan.
7
Add the sausage and sauce over top and toss.
8
Add parmesan on top and then cover with shredded mozzarella.
9
Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes at 350u00b0F (put toothpicks so cheese doesn't stick).
10
Remover foil and continue to bake 10 minutes (watch cheese so it doesn't burn).
11
Remove from oven and let set 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.

1094

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs Italian sausage, 1 lb ziti pasta (penne or rigatoni), 500 g tomato sauce, 3 cups mozzarella cheese, and more.

Yes, Italian Baked Ziti (Authentic) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Italian Baked Ziti (Authentic)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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