CookGo
recipe image

Super Cheesy Baked Ziti

Cost $15, save $30

Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 40 Min
  • 12 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta

  • Cheese / Dairy

    • 🧀 6 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
    • 🧀 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
    • 🧀 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened and cubed
    • 🧀 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

  • Sauces

    • 🍅 1 (24 ounce) jar pasta sauce (such as Ragu®)

  • Spices & Seasonings

    • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
    • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
    • 🧂 ½ teaspoon salt
    • 2 teaspoons dried parsley

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.

3

Combine 4 cups mozzarella, pasta sauce, ricotta, cream cheese, 2 tablespoons Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

4

Add cooked ziti and mix well to coat. Transfer to a 9x13-inch glass baking dish.

5

Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan over top, along with parsley. Cover with foil.

6

Bake in the preheated oven until thoroughly heated and cheese on top is melted, about 20 to 30 minutes.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

457

Calories

  • 26g
    Protein
  • 41g
    Carbs
  • 21g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Use freshly grated cheese for a better melt and flavor.Make the dish ahead and refrigerate, then bake when ready to serve.To reduce prep time, use pre-cooked ziti.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.