Baked Ziti

Name: Baked Ziti
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound ziti pasta; 24 ounces marinara sauce; 15 ounces ricotta cheese; 1 large egg; 2 cups mozzarella cheese; 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:45min

This baked ziti combines tender pasta with a rich tomato sauce, creamy ricotta, and plenty of melted mozzarella and Parmesan. The key to success is undercooking the pasta by 2 minutes before baking, which allows it to absorb the sauce and finish cooking in the oven without becoming mushy. The result is a cohesive, flavorful casserole with a golden, bubbling cheese topping.

Updated at: Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:06:41 GMT