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In a large pot cook the pasta in boiling salted water until JUST al dente (leave the pasta still firm, do not overcook) drain but do NOT rinse.
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Transfer to a large bowl and mix in 2 tablespoons oil to prevent the pasta from sticking together; set adise.
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3
In a pot or Dutch oven cook the ground or sausage meat with chili flakes, if using and onion until beef is lightly browned; drain fat.
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Add in the garlic and bell pepper; cook stirring about 10 minutes.
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Season with seasoned salt or white salt and ground black pepper.
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Stir in the pasta sauce and reduce heat to low; simmer stirring for about 25-30 minutes.
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7
Mix in 2 cups of mozzarella cheese and the cooked ziti pasta.
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8
Divide the mixture between two greased 12-1/2 x 8-inch disposable foil pans.
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Sprinkle about 3/4 cup or to taste of Parmesan cheese over each top of pan (do not bake).
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Cool completely then cover with heavy foil, freeze until ready to use or bake one right away!.
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11
Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
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TO BAKE; set oven to 350 degrees F.
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Bake uncovered for about 45-50 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
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Remove from oven and sprinkle about 2 cups mozzarella cheese on top, then return to oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
