baked ziti

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35 Pinches
Mesa, AZ
Updated on Jul 9, 2011

I make this from site so I am putting in what I use most of the time. My friends back home used have me make this or lasgna for pot lucks all the time so I guess you can say that it is a hit. Plus it is one of those meatless dishes that please just about everyone except for a vegan.

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Ingredients

  • 1 package pene
  • 16 ounces mozzarella cheese (low fat is fine as well)
  • 8 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 2 jars tomato sauce, italian seasoned (i make my own)
  • 8 ounces parmigiano-reggiano, grated

How To Make baked ziti

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350. Spray Casserole dish to reduce sticking.
  • Step 2
    Boil pasta according to the package. Drain.
  • Step 3
    In a metal bowl mix half the package of mozzarella, 8 onces of ricotta cheese, pasta, and one jar of sauce.
  • Step 4
    Add to casserole dish and cover with the rest of mozzarella. (Note you can add mushrooms to this - I Used to for some of the group I was friends with - but I prefer it as is or with some pepperoni thrwon in on days I want some meat!)
  • Step 5
    Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbling and golden on top.
  • Step 6
    Serve with additional sauce on the side and grated cheese. Enjoy!

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