12 Jul
Classic Triple Cheese Baked Ziti
Autumn, Back to School, Baked or Casserole, Dinner, Dinner or Supper, Italian, Leftovers, Main Dish, Meatless, Side Dish, Winter
July 12, 2017
This classic baked ziti recipe hits the spot on a cold day with three cheeses: ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
Ingredients
16 ounces Golden Grain® Ziti
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (26- to 30-ounce) jar spaghetti sauce (about 3 cups)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (15-ounce) container ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
1Preheat oven the 350°F. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain well and set aside.
2While pasta is cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and cook for approximately 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
3Add spaghetti sauce and dried oregano to skillet; bring just to a boil before removing it from the heat.
4In a large bowl, stir 1 cup spaghetti sauce into cooked pasta to coat well. Transfer half of the pasta mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and top with the container of ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, and 1 cup spaghetti sauce.
5Transfer the remaining pasta mixture into the baking dish and top with remaining sauce. Cover and bake for 20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan; bake for approximately 10 minutes more until cheese is melted.
Cook’s Tip: This recipe uses jarred spaghetti sauce, but you can make it your own by doctoring a jar of plain sauce with your family’s favorite ingredients, such as vegetables, meats, or herbs and spices. Don’t be afraid to experiment.
1 Review
Jennifer Strozenski
October 20, 2017
A good meal