Description
Baked Ziti with Sausage is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that layers cheesy goodness, savory sausage, and zesty marinara for an unforgettable meal. This easy recipe is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, bringing warmth and joy to the table with every bite. Whether you’re craving leftovers or looking to impress guests, this baked ziti is sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz ziti pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil ziti in salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes), drain, and toss with olive oil.
- In a skillet, cook Italian sausage over medium heat until browned.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta with half the mozzarella and some Parmesan until smooth.
- Combine pasta, sausage, and half the marinara in a large bowl; mix well.
- Layer half of the pasta mixture in a baking dish, add dollops of cheese mixture, then repeat layers. Top with remaining marinara and cheeses.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg