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Baked Ziti Recipe with Ricotta

Baked Ziti Recipe with Ricotta
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Baked Ziti Recipe with Ricotta is the ultimate comfort food that combines layers of tender pasta, rich marinara sauce, and a blend of creamy cheeses. This hearty dish is perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. With its melty mozzarella, tangy provolone, and smooth ricotta, every bite offers a delightful explosion of flavors. Easy to prepare and customizable, you can add your favorite vegetables or proteins for an extra twist. Get ready to serve up a warm, cheesy casserole that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb dried ziti (or penne pasta)
  • 5 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 8 ounces mozzarella cheese
  • 812 slices provolone cheese
  • cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 large egg
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375F (190C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Saut the chopped onion until softened (about 3-4 minutes), then add minced garlic and season with salt and pepper. Cook for another minute.
  3. Add marinara sauce to the skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer.
  4. Meanwhile, in a large stockpot, boil salted water and cook the ziti for 12 minutes less than package instructions for al dente texture.
  5. In a small bowl, mix ricotta cheese with the egg and half of the Parmesan.
  6. Drizzle olive oil in a baking dish and layer half of the cooked pasta, followed by half of the marinara sauce, dollops of ricotta mixture, slices of provolone, and half of mozzarella.
  7. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients before topping with remaining Parmesan.
  8. Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

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