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Creamy Cheesy Baked Ziti The Ultimate Comfort Food


  • Author: Chef Lalybeth
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

A hearty pasta dish featuring creamy cheese sauce and baked ziti, perfect for comfort food lovers.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ziti pasta
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, mix marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, heavy cream, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the cooked ziti to the sauce mixture and stir until well coated.
  5. Transfer to a baking dish, top with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Notes

For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the sauce mixture.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Fat: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Protein: 25g