CAROL'S BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE

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Packed with cheese, sauce, and pasta, this baked casserole is as comforting as it is filling.

Provided by Carol A

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (28 ounce) jar meatless spaghetti sauce, divided
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in ziti pasta and return to a boil. Cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.
  • Combine egg, ricotta cheese, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Spread 1/3 the spaghetti sauce in prepared baking dish. Top with 1/2 the pasta, 1/2 the ricotta mixture, 1/3 the spaghetti sauce, 1/2 the mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 the Parmesan cheese; repeat layers. Top with remaining spaghetti sauce and Parmesan cheese; cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven until heated through, 45 to 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Cholesterol 42.8 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 487.9 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

ANNIHILATION 1
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Overall, I really enjoyed Carol's Baked Ziti Casserole. It's a great dish for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.


Jabbar Swati
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth the effort.


Lady Foffa
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I had some trouble finding the right cheese blend, but the end result was still delicious.


Heather Cole
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This dish was a bit too heavy for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for a large gathering.


Tracy Cassidy
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I'm not usually a fan of casseroles, but this one changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Melisa Corley
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Carol's Baked Ziti Casserole is comfort food at its finest. It's cheesy, creamy, and oh-so-satisfying.


Kamal Darlami
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This recipe is a keeper. It's now my go-to dish for special occasions.


Ashana Darrell
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about the flavor and the cheesy goodness.


Khalif Barkhadle
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This dish was easy to prepare and tasted even better the next day. My family loved it!


ansudire sif
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Carol's Baked Ziti Casserole was an absolute delight! The flavors melded together perfectly and the texture was divine. I especially loved the crispy cheese topping.