"This is a delicious, inexpensive meal to cook to feed a crowd or make enough lunches for the workweek. It's hearty, simple, and perfect for these cold winter nights...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound ziti
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil plus more for pasta
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1 pound 90 percent lean ground beef
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon dried basil, or to taste
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1 teaspoon dried oregano, to taste
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1 teaspoon chile flakes, or more to taste
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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One 24-ounce jar marinara sauce (or homemade marinara sauce)
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1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
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1 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese
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1 cup grated Parmesan