Italian Grandma Makes Baked Ziti/Rigatoni (Pasta al Forno)
BAKED ZITI (Pasta al Forno):
Olive Oil
1 small Yellow Onion, chopped
2 cloves Garlic, halved
2 lbs Ground Beef
2 qts Tomato Puree
2 tsp Basil, dried
Salt and Pepper to taste
1 lb Rigatoni Pasta or Ziti or whatever pasta you like
1 cup Sweet Peas, 4 oz. frozen
3 Boiled Eggs
1-2 cups (approx.) Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
1½ lbs Whole Milk Mozzarella Cheese
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Baked Ziti Recipe
This classic baked ziti recipe is cheesy, rich and super delicious dish. If you like comfort food dishes, you must try this American-Italian style baked pasta casserole. A layer of ziti pasta mixed with meat sauce, then a layer of 3 cheeses (mozzarella, ricotta and parmesan), then another layer of pasta and meat, then finally another layer of 3 cheeses. Perfect dinner for any time of year.
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Ingredients:
1 pound (450g) Ziti pasta
Olive oil
1 Onion, chopped
3-4 Garlic cloves, crushed
1 pound (450g) Italian sausage/ground beef/ground pork
2-14oz cans (800g) Tomato sauce or marinara sauce
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon Oregano
1 cup (250g) Ricotta cheese
8oz (225g) Mozzarella
1/2 cup Parmesan
1/2 cup (120ml) water
Directions:
1. Cook the pasta: to a large pot water add 1 tablespoon of salt and bring to a boil. When water is boiling add the pasta cook to al dente. Drain when ready.
2. Meanwhile: in a large pan heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add chopped onion and sauté until slightly golden, add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
3. Add the beef and cook over high heat, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until no longer pink, about 4-5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, paprika and chili flakes. Add tomato sauce and water. Simmer for 4-5 minutes and turn the heat off.
4. Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
5. Spread a thin layer of the sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch casserole pan. Then combined drained pasta with the meat sauce. Pour half of the pasta-meat mixture into the dish. Then dot the surface with half the ricotta cheese and sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese and half of the parmesan. Pour the rest of the pasta-meat mixture of the cheese layer, then, dot the remaining ricotta cheese over the pasta, and sprinkle on top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden.
7. Allow to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Delicious Baked Ziti - Try it tonight!
Delicious Baked Ziti - Try it tonight! - Looking for a quick and easy recipe? Look no further than this delicious baked ziti! Made with mozzarella cheese, this dish is perfect for any night of the week.
If you're looking for a dish that is both quick and delicious, then you need to try this Delicious Baked Ziti! This dish is easy to make and perfect for any night of the week. In just 45 minutes, you'll have a dish that will satisfy your taste buds!
Ingredients:
1 lb. Ziti Pasta
1 - 1.5 lbs. Italian Sausage
2 tbsp. Branch and Vine Garlic Olive Oil -
1 Onion, diced
3 Cloves Garlic minced
25 oz Marinara Sauce
14.5 oz Petite Diced Tomatoes
1 cup Water
1 teaspoon Dried Basil
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
2 Bay Leaves
Salt & Pepper to taste
8 oz. Mozzarella
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
1 cup part skim Mozzarella shredded
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Make Mouthwatering Baked Ziti in just 30 minutes
Make Mouthwatering Baked Ziti in just 30 minutes - If you're looking for a dish that is both quick and delicious, then you need to try this Delicious Baked Ziti! This dish is easy to make and perfect for any night of the week. In just 45 minutes, you'll have a dish that will satisfy your taste buds!
Ingredients:
1 lb. Ziti Pasta
1 - 1.5 lbs. Italian Sausage
2 tbsp. Branch and Vine Garlic Olive Oil -
1 Onion, diced
3 Cloves Garlic minced
25 oz Marinara Sauce
14.5 oz Petite Diced Tomatoes
1 cup Water
1 tsp. Dried Basil
1 tsp. Dried Oregano
2 Bay Leaves
Salt & Pepper to taste
8 oz. Mozzarella
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
1 cup part skim Mozzarella shredded
Baguette
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