Description
Baked Ziti with Sausage is the ultimate comfort dish that combines hearty flavors and delightful textures, making it a favorite for family dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz ziti pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 24 oz marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- Cook ziti in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, brown the Italian sausage over medium heat for about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat and mix in marinara sauce; simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, ricotta, half of both mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and sausage mixture.
- Layer half of the pasta mixture in the baking dish, top with half of the remaining marinara sauce, then add the rest of the pasta mixture and remaining sauce. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Enhance nutrition by mixing in sautéed vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. Fresh herbs like basil can elevate flavors when sprinkled before serving. Leftovers can be frozen for quick meals later.