Cheesy Baked Ziti Pasta Casserole

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This rich and indulgent Cheesy Baked Ziti Pasta Casserole features a delightful blend of ziti pasta, creamy ricotta, savory Parmesan, and melted mozzarella, all baked to perfection in a flavorful spaghetti sauce.

Prep Time 15 min
Cook Time 47 min
Servings 7 people
Calories 284 kcal
Cheesy Baked Ziti Pasta Casserole

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the ziti pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, combine the lightly beaten egg, ricotta cheese, and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese.

  3. 3

    Spread 1 cup of the spaghetti sauce in a 13x9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer a third of the cooked ziti, half of the ricotta mixture, 2/3 cup of the mozzarella cheese, 1 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese, and 1 cup of the sauce. Repeat the layers of pasta, ricotta, and mozzarella. Sprinkle the top with the remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese.

  4. 4

    Cover and bake the casserole at 375°F for 45-50 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

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Nutrition Information

Per serving (based on 7 servings)

284 Calories
17.0g Protein
36.0g Carbs
8.0g Fat
2.0g Fiber
0.0g Sugar
508mg Sodium
Protein 24% Carbs 51% Fat 25%

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.