If you're looking for a hearty and delicious pasta dish, then look no further than this baked ziti with ricotta recipe. This classic Italian dish is packed full of flavor and is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 1 jar (24 ounces) of tomato sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
To make this dish, start by preheating your oven to 375°F. Cook the ziti pasta according to the package instructions until it is al dente, then drain and set aside.In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add the tomato sauce, salt, and black pepper and stir to combine. Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and chopped basil.
Now it's time to assemble the dish. In a large baking dish, spread a layer of tomato sauce on the bottom. Add a layer of cooked ziti on top of the sauce, followed by a layer of the ricotta cheese mixture. Repeat these layers until all of the ingredients are used up.
Finally, top the dish with shredded mozzarella cheese. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.Serve hot and enjoy your delicious baked ziti with ricotta!
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