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Baked ziti
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Classic Baked Ziti with Mozzarella

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz dried ziti
  • 32 oz marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil for dish
  • 1/4 cup torn fresh basil

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Oil a 9x13-inch baking dish. Boil ziti for 2 minutes less than the package time, then drain.
  2. Mix marinara and water with the pasta. Fold in 1 cup mozzarella. Spread in the dish and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
  3. Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 10–15 minutes, until the center reaches 165°F and edges bubble. Rest 10 minutes and scatter with basil.

Notes

Equipment: 9x13-inch baking dish, large skillet, large mixing bowl, instant-read thermometer.
Serving size: 1/6 of the recipe.
Refrigerate leftovers in shallow containers within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F); use within 3–4 days. Reheat the center to 165°F.