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Make Ahead Baked Ziti

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Make Ahead Baked Ziti
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 8 1/8 slice from pan, 1/2 orange
Calories 579kcal

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Mix ricotta, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese together. (2 ounces of grated Parmesan is about 1/2 cup).
  • Cook ziti as directed on package to al dente.
  • Using the same pot you cooked the pasta, add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Heat over medium for 1-2 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer; cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
  • Remove from heat and mix with pasta.
  • Add half the pasta to a 9X13 inch baking dish. Scoop large spoonfuls of ricotta mixture over pasta and gently spread around. Pour over the remaining pasta.
  • Sprinkle with the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese mixture.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and then foil. Refrigerate for 24 hours or toss in the freezer for up to a month.
  • When ready to bake, thaw overnight if needed. Remove both the foil and plastic wrap. Lightly cover with foil and preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  • Serve hot with orange slices on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 579kcal | Carbohydrates: 73g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 951mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 11g