Easy Baked Ziti
A delicious and comforting dish combining ziti pasta, savory sauces, and melted cheese, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Pasta and Sauces
- 1 pound Ziti pasta Cook according to package instructions.
- 1 jar Alfredo sauce
- 1 pound Ground beef Brown until cooked through.
- 1 jar Spaghetti sauce
Cheeses
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese Shredded.
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until cooked through. Drain the excess fat.
- Add the spaghetti sauce to the cooked beef and stir to combine.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked ziti, alfredo sauce, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
Assembly and Baking
- In a baking dish, layer half of the ziti mixture, then half of the beef sauce, and top with the remaining ziti.
- Spread the remaining beef sauce over the top and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve hot from the oven with fresh parsley. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Consider adding Italian herbs or spices for extra flavor.