For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a thin layer of pesto between the ricotta and mozzarella. If you're short on time, use pre-cooked Italian sausage. To prevent the top from browning too quickly, cover the baking dish with foil during the last 15 minutes of baking.
Best Ziti Ever with Sausage
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME40 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS172
Indulge in the comforting embrace of perfectly layered ziti, where savory sausage meets creamy ricotta and melted mozzarella in a rich tomato-basil sauce. Baked to golden perfection, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate63 g
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Cholesterol72 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein36 g
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Saturated Fat12 g
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Sodium1350 mg
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Sugar11 g
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Fat25 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. (15 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Place sausage in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside. (10 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View In a large saucepan, heat pasta sauce with 1 teaspoon basil until bubbling. (5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View In a medium bowl, mix together ricotta, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. (3 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Spread bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish with sauce. (2 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Layer 1/2 of the ziti, 1/2, the sausage, 1/2 of the ricotta, and 1/2 the mozzarella. (8 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View Spoon half of the sauce over top. Repeat layers. (5 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View Sprinkle top with remaining 1/2 teaspoons basil and Italian seasoning. (2 minutes)
10 Step
Recipe View Bake in preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes. (45 minutes)
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Jaylon Maggio
Dec 11, 2024This recipe is a lifesaver! It's so easy to follow and always turns out delicious.
Selina Schaden
Jul 25, 2024I added some chopped vegetables (onions, peppers) to the sausage while cooking, and it was a great addition!
Roslyn Mraz
May 1, 2024My family absolutely loves this ziti! It's become a regular on our dinner rotation.