BAKED ZITI WITH FRESH TOMATOES

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I prepare the meat sauce ahead of time, so it saves precious moments when we come in after working out in the fields! -Barbara Johnson, Decker, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
3 pounds plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped (about 15 tomatoes)
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 ounces uncooked ziti
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, salt, basil and pepper. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally., Cook ziti according to package directions; drain. Place in a large bowl. Stir in sauce and 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and remaining mozzarella cheese. , Cover and bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 15 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 851mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Talha Khursheed
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This baked ziti is the perfect dish for a special occasion.


R0KKUKEN
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I can't wait to make this baked ziti again soon.


Laura Garza
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This baked ziti is a must-try for any pasta lover.


HUSNAIN MAHBOOB ali
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I would definitely recommend this baked ziti recipe to anyone.


Hasin Ahmod
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This is the best baked ziti recipe I've ever tried. It's easy to make and it tastes amazing.


Gael Amador45
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I'm not a huge fan of baked ziti, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious!


supreme lamar (vloneswrldx)
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This baked ziti is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, gooey, and satisfying.


Bereket Fikre
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I love the fresh tomatoes in this recipe. They add so much flavor.


Rob Staples
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This is my go-to recipe for baked ziti. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


norulabcher shakib52
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I made this baked ziti for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Isaac Kats
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This baked ziti is the best! It's cheesy, gooey, and packed with flavor. I highly recommend it.


Freeha Nazir
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always comes out perfect. I usually add some extra vegetables, like spinach or zucchini, to make it even healthier.


Md Rulamin
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This was my first time making baked ziti and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was delicious. Thanks for sharing!


OSAMA Elnaggar
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I've made this baked ziti recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing.


Ripon Gaming
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This baked ziti was a hit with my family! The fresh tomatoes added a delicious sweetness and tanginess to the dish. The ricotta and mozzarella cheeses made it gooey and cheesy, just the way we like it.