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Baked Ziti with Sausage

A hearty and comforting baked ziti with sausage, perfect for family dinners.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 600 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Italian sausage casings removed
  • 1 lb ziti pasta
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook ziti pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, sausage, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Transfer mixture to a baking dish. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 600kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 1200mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 400mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Baked Ziti, Pasta, Sausage
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