Million Dollar Baked Ziti Recipe
Indulge in the richness of this Million Dollar Baked Ziti that’s loaded with layers of ziti pasta, savory meat sauce, and a creamy cheese mixture, all baked to perfection. A comforting and satisfying dish that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 1 pound ziti pasta
Meat Sauce:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese Mixture:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil ziti pasta until al dente, then drain.
- Prepare the Meat Sauce: Sauté garlic in olive oil, add ground beef, marinara sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer.
- Mix the Cheeses: Combine ricotta, sour cream, and 1 cup mozzarella cheese.
- Assemble the Dish: Layer pasta, cheese mixture, meat sauce, remaining pasta, and top with cheeses.
- Bake: Cover and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with basil and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize the meat sauce by adding onions, bell peppers, or your favorite seasonings.
- Feel free to add more fresh herbs like oregano or parsley for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Baked Ziti, Pasta Bake, Comfort Food, Italian Recipe
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