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Baked Ziti

A classic freezer casserole with pasta, marinara, ricotta, meat, and mozzarella that bakes up bubbly and comforting.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ziti or penne pasta
  • 1 pound Italian sausage or ground beef
  • 1 jar 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • 1 container 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta just shy of al dente, then drain.
  2. Brown the sausage or beef in a skillet and drain excess fat.
  3. Mix pasta, meat, marinara, ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Transfer to a 9x13-inch baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella.
  5. Cover tightly with foil and freeze unbaked.
  6. Thaw overnight and bake at 375°F for 35 minutes covered, then uncover and bake 10 minutes more.