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Baked Ziti

Name: Baked Ziti
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 6 racions
Cuisine: italian
Ingredients: 450 g ziti pasta uncooked; 1 cs olive oil; 1 u yellow onion finely chopped; 3 gra garlic minced; 800 g crushed tomatoes canned; 2 cs tomato paste; 1 ct dried oregano; 1 ct dried basil; 0,5 ct salt; 0,25 ct black pepper freshly ground; 425 g ricotta cheese part-skim; 240 g mozzarella cheese shredded; 60 g parmesan cheese grated; 1 u egg large; 2 cs fresh parsley chopped

A classic comforting pasta dish featuring ziti baked with a rich tomato sauce and a creamy, cheesy filling. This vegetarian casserole is perfect for a satisfying family meal.

Una recepta original de Forkin

Temps total: 1 h 15 min
Racions: 6
Dificultat: Mitjana

Informació sobre al·lèrgens: pot contenir ous i llet. Si teniu al·lèrgies, comproveu sempre els envasos dels ingredients.

Preparació prèvia

Llista d’ingredients

450 gziti pasta, uncooked
1 csolive oil
1 uyellow onion, finely chopped
3 gragarlic, minced
800 gcrushed tomatoes, canned
2 cstomato paste
1 ctdried oregano
1 ctdried basil
0,5 ctsalt
0,25 ctblack pepper, freshly ground
425 gricotta cheese, part-skim
240 gmozzarella cheese, shredded
60 gparmesan cheese, grated
1 uegg, large
2 csfresh parsley, chopped

Estris

large bowl · large pot · dutch oven · spoon · 9x13 inch baking dish

Elaboració

Pas a pas

1
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
Uns 5 min
2
Cook the ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain well and set aside.
Uns 10 min
Nota de cuina: Do not overcook the pasta as it will bake further in the oven.
3
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Uns 1 min
4
Add the yellow onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Uns 5 min
5
Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Uns 1 min
Nota de cuina: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
6
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, then add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
Uns 1 min
7
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and let it cook for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Uns 15 min
Nota de cuina: The longer the sauce simmers, the richer the flavor.
8
In a separate large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, half of the parmesan cheese, the egg, and the fresh parsley.
Uns 3 min
Nota de cuina: Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
9
Add the cooked ziti pasta to the tomato sauce and toss to coat evenly.
Uns 2 min
10
Spread half of the pasta mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Uns 1 min
Nota de cuina: Ensure an even layer for consistent baking.
11
Dollop spoonfuls of the ricotta mixture over the pasta layer.
Uns 1 min
Nota de cuina: Distribute evenly for cheesy goodness in every bite.
12
Cover with the remaining pasta mixture.
Uns 1 min
13
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheeses over the top.
Uns 1 min
Nota de cuina: This will create a beautiful golden crust.
14
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sauce is heated through.
Uns 25 min
Nota de cuina: If the top browns too quickly, you can loosely cover it with foil.
15
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Uns 10 min
Nota de cuina: This allows the casserole to set, making it easier to serve.

Conservació

Com conservar-ho

Store leftover baked ziti in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Com reescalfar-ho

Reheat individual portions in the microwave or a larger portion in the oven until warmed through.