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Baked Ziti with Ricotta, Mozzarella & Parmesan
This ultra-cheesy Baked Ziti is comfort food at its best—featuring a triple-cheese blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Tossed in a buttery tomato garlic sauce and finished under the broiler for a perfectly golden top, this easy baked pasta will satisfy a crowd and keep you coming back for seconds. It’s a cozy, family-friendly classic with extra creamy flair.
Baked Ziti with Ricotta, Mozzarella & Parmesan
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Instructions
- Step 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (or set broiler to high if broiling at the end).
- Step 2
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain.
- Step 3
In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, then add minced garlic.
- Step 4
Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes until darkened in color.
- Step 5
Add tomato purée and bring to a simmer. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and parsley.
- Step 6
Reduce heat and stir in ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Mix until fully melted and combined.
- Step 7
Add cooked pasta and reserved pasta water. Stir to coat evenly.
- Step 8
Transfer mixture to a baking dish. Top with more mozzarella, Parmesan, and dollops of ricotta.
- Step 9
Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes or broil for 2–4 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
- Step 10
Top with fresh basil and serve hot.
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