Best 9 Baked Ziti With Cheese Recipes

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Baked ziti with cheese is a classic Italian-American dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its combination of tender pasta, creamy sauce, and melted cheese, it is a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. In this article, we will explore the different ways to make baked ziti with cheese, from the traditional recipe to more modern variations. We will also provide tips for achieving the perfect baked ziti, such as using the right type of pasta, making a flavorful sauce, and baking it until it is golden brown and bubbly.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

DELICIOUSLY CHEESY BAKED ZITI



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Make and share this Deliciously Cheesy Baked Ziti recipe from Food.com.

Provided by S in PA

Categories     Pork

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ziti pasta, cooked al dente
1 lb Italian sausage, cooked and chopped
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 egg
2 tablespoons parsley
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 (28 ounce) jar pasta sauce, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit.
  • Cook ziti according to package directions; drain; set aside.
  • Mix ricotta, egg, parsley, 1-1/2 cups of the mozarella cheese, and parmesan cheese in a large bowl.
  • Mix cooked sausage and pasta in with ricotta mixture.
  • Mix in 3/4 jar of sauce.
  • Transfer mixture into a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Top with the rest of the sauce and mozarella cheese.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
  • To freeze: Cover dish with foil and freeze. When frozen you can pop it out of the container and put in a freezer bag if desired.
  • To heat: Thaw. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Cover and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for 10-15 minutes more.

BAKED ZITI WITH CHEESE



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This pasta dish, made with Alfredo sauce, is deliciously different from typical tomato-based recipes. Extra cheesy, it goes together quickly and is always popular at potlucks. -Lisa Varner, El Paso, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) ziti or small tube pasta
2 cartons (10 ounces each) refrigerated Alfredo sauce
1 cup sour cream
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1-3/4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook ziti according to package directions; drain and return to the pan. Stir in Alfredo sauce and sour cream. Spoon half into a lightly greased 3-qt. baking dish., In a small bowl, combine the eggs, ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, Romano cheese and parsley; spread over pasta. Top with remaining pasta mixture; sprinkle with mozzarella and remaining Parmesan. , Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 667 calories, Fat 39g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 145mg cholesterol, Sodium 1037mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHEESY BAKED ZITI WITH BEEF



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This easy baked ziti is filled with ground beef, a tomato-based sauce, and layers of melted mozzarella cheese. Here are tips and variations.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner     Pasta

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces ziti pasta
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound lean ground beef (ground chuck or ground round)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 green bell pepper, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 8 ounce can tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried leaf basil
1/2 teaspoon dried leaf oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 small clove garlic, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
1/4 teaspoon pepper (or more to taste)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese shredded, divided

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Heat the oven to 350 F. Lightly butter a 2 1/2-quart baking dish. Bring a big pot of water to a boil.
  • Drizzle the olive oil in a very large skillet or sauté pan and place it over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the ground beef, onion, and green bell pepper. Cook, stirring until the onion is tender and the beef is no longer pink.
  • Drain off the excess fat and then add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, basil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  • While the meat is simmering, cook the ziti in the boiling salted water until just al dente. The pasta needs to still have some bite as it will continue cooking in the oven. Set aside.
  • Add the cooked pasta and half of the mozzarella cheese to the pan with the meat sauce.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  • Top the casserole with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake the ziti for 25 to 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 94 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1057 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 21 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EXTRA CHEESY BAKED ZITI



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Extra easy baked ziti made entirely from scratch! Our favorite baked ziti recipe is creamy and cheesy with a mixture of pasta, a five minute homemade sauce and four cheeses.

Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher

Categories     Main, Dinner

Time 30m

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound dried pasta like ziti, penne or rigatoni
1 (28 ounce) can San Marzano whole tomatoes
1 cup (20 grams) fresh basil leaves or 3 tablespoons dried basil
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced (1 tablespoon)
1/2 cup (4 ounces) mascarpone cheese or use whole milk ricotta
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 1/2 ounces (1 1/2 cups) shredded mozzarella cheese
4 1/2 ounces (1 1/2 cups) shredded Fontina cheese
2 1/4 ounces (3/4 cup) shredded Pecorino Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Combine canned tomatoes and their juices, basil, garlic, salt, pepper and the mascarpone cheese in a blender or food processor. (A food mill will also work.) Blend until the basil and garlic are chopped into tiny bits and the sauce is well mixed. Taste and adjust with additional salt as needed. Set aside.
  • Heat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (if your oven runs hot, reduce this to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.)
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil, add the pasta, and then cook for about half of the recommended cook time on the package (5 or 6 minutes). Save 1/2 cup of the pasta water, drain the pasta, and then place it back into the pot. Undercooking the pasta makes sure that it does not overcook when baked with the sauce in the oven.
  • In a medium bowl, toss the mozzarella, Fontina and Pecorino Romano cheese together.
  • Add the sauce, 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water and three-quarters of the shredded cheese mix to the pot with pasta. Stir well. The mixture should look a bit thin, if it seems thick, add a splash more of the reserved pasta water.
  • Transfer the ziti mixture to a large baking dish and top with the remaining shredded cheese mix. Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted and golden brown on top. Allow the baked ziti to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/8 of the recipe, Calories 511, Fat 27.2g, SaturatedFat 15.7g, Cholesterol 74.4mg, Sodium 511mg, Carbohydrate 46.4g, Fiber 2.8g, Sugar 4.5g, Protein 19.1g

BAKED ZITI



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For an Italian classic, try this Baked Ziti recipe from Food Network Kitchen. Tossed in a zesty tomato sauce and oozing with mozzarella, it couldn't be easier.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Olive oil, for greasing
1 pound ziti
Kosher salt
3 1/2 cups Quick Tomato Sauce, recipe follows
1 pound fresh mozzarella, half cut into 1/2-inch cubes and half thinly sliced
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch crushed red pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound sweet and/or spicy Italian sausages, casing removed and sausage crumbled
1/4 medium onion, diced (about 3 tablespoons)
3 cloves garlic, chopped
One 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes in puree, roughly chopped
Sprig thyme
Sprig basil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt generously and boil the pasta until al dente (tender but still slightly firm). Drain.
  • Toss the cooked pasta with the quick tomato sauce, cubed mozzarella, half the Parmesan, all of the black pepper and crushed red pepper in a large bowl. Transfer the pasta to the prepared baking dish. Cover the top of the pasta with the sliced mozzarella and sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan. Bake until lightly browned and hot, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.
  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook the sausage until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Add the onion and garlic, stirring, until lightly browned, about 3 minutes more. Add the tomatoes and the herb sprigs and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
  • Remove and discard the herb sprigs. Stir in 2 teaspoons salt and season with pepper. Use now or store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

BAKED ZITI II



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Three cheeses layered with pasta and marinara sauce. This recipe is so easy and so good!

Provided by BUCHKO

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes     Ziti Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
24 ounces ricotta cheese
1 pound shredded mozzarella cheese
1 egg, beaten
1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse.
  • In a medium bowl, mix ziti, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, egg and 1 1/2 cups spaghetti sauce.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and spoon in ziti mixture. Top with remaining spaghetti sauce, followed by Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes; let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 703.2 calories, Carbohydrate 72.6 g, Cholesterol 113 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 38.2 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 1110.5 mg, Sugar 14.1 g

BAKED ZITI



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A quick and easy way to prepare a tasty and filling pasta dish, originally from Mr. Food. Just use your favorite bottled spaghetti sauce. You can use any shape of pasta. I do add more cheese, but I love cheese!

Provided by Junebug

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 lb ziti pasta
16 ounces ricotta cheese
3 cups mozzarella cheese, grated
3 cups spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Boil ziti, following package directions, drain and place in a large bowl.
  • Mix all the ricotta cheese and half of the mozzarella with the ziti.
  • Spray a 13x9 pan with Pam.
  • Cover the bottom half of the pan with about half the sauce.
  • Put the ziti mixture on top of sauce.
  • Pour remaining sauce on top of ziti.
  • Sprinkle with the parmesan cheese.
  • Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake for 20-30 minutes until cheese is melted and it is lightly golden.

TWO-CHEESE ZITI



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"My grandkids really like this rich, buttery macaroni and cheese," says Flo Burtnett of Gage, Oklahoma. "And adults go for the home-style breadcrumb topping and creamy, comforting flavor. It doesn't taste light at all!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups uncooked ziti or small tube pasta
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-3/4 cups fat-free milk
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
TOPPING:
3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted
1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook ziti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in cheeses until melted., Drain ziti; add to sauce and stir to coat. Transfer to a shallow 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes., In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and butter; stir in cheeses. Sprinkle over ziti. Bake, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until heated through and topping is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 590mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY BAKED ZITI



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Ziti pasta bakes with layers of creamy tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese in an easy and comforting dish that's ready in less than an hour.

Provided by Kraft

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Kraft Natural Shredded Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups ziti pasta, uncooked
1 (26 ounce) jar marinara sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
6 ounces PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
¾ cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1 (8 ounce) package KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA
⅓ cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt. Remove from pan; drain. Meanwhile, add marinara sauce, tomatoes and cream cheese to same pan; cook on medium heat 5 min. or until cream cheese is melted and mixture is well blended, stirring frequently. Return pasta to pan; mix well.
  • Layer half the pasta mixture in 13x9-inch baking dish; cover with layers of sour cream, 1 cup mozzarella and remaining pasta mixture. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh, ripe tomatoes, flavorful cheese, and a good-quality pasta will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. It should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different cheeses. A combination of mozzarella, ricotta, and parmesan is a classic, but you can also try other cheeses like fontina, asiago, or provolone.
  • Make sure the sauce is flavorful. Use a good quality tomato sauce or make your own from scratch. You can also add other ingredients to the sauce, such as sautéed vegetables, ground beef, or Italian sausage.
  • Bake the ziti until it is bubbly and golden brown. This will ensure that the cheese is melted and gooey and that the pasta is cooked through.

Conclusion:

Baked ziti is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give baked ziti a try. You won't be disappointed!

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