Cheesy Baked Ziti Italian Sausage (Printable Version)

Pasta layered with sausage, ricotta, and mozzarella, baked golden for an easy, hearty meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound ziti pasta, cooked al dente
02 - 1 pound Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
03 - 2 cups marinara sauce
04 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
05 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the cooked ziti pasta, Italian sausage, marinara sauce, and ricotta cheese. Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to taste.
02 - Transfer the prepared pasta mixture into a greased baking dish, ensuring even distribution. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese uniformly over the top.
03 - Place the baking dish in a preheated oven at 375°F and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the surface is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
04 - Allow the baked ziti to rest for 5 minutes before serving to set. Portion and enjoy.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses ingredients you probably already have in your pantry and fridge
  • Bakes fast so it is dinner on the table in less than an hour
  • Full of gooey cheese and savory sausage that makes each bite irresistible
  • You can make it ahead for busy nights or hungry guests
02 -
  • Packed with protein and calcium from sausage and all that cheese
  • Perfect candidate for meal prep just assemble and stash in the fridge or freezer
  • A winning crowd pleaser that never fails to get the table talking
03 -
  • Do not overcook your pasta or it will turn mushy after baking
  • Mix some mozzarella into the pasta for extra cheese flavor in every bite not just on top
  • Let the ziti rest before serving so it sets up and you get clean beautiful servings
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