Description
Baked ziti with ground beef is the ultimate comfort food that combines rich flavors and satisfying textures in every bite. This hearty Italian-American classic features layers of tender pasta, seasoned ground beef, and a medley of gooey cheeses baked to perfection. In just 30 minutes, you can create a delightful dish that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. With its easy preparation and minimal ingredients, baked ziti promises to be a hit whether you’re feeding a crowd or enjoying a cozy night in. Serve it alongside garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- Ziti pasta
- Ground beef
- Marinara sauce
- Ricotta cheese
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Garlic cloves
- Dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook ziti in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, brown ground beef with chopped garlic; drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce and oregano, simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta, ricotta, half of the mozzarella, and half of the meat sauce in a bowl.
- Layer half the pasta mixture in the baking dish, top with remaining meat sauce, then layer the rest of the pasta mix and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 468
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg