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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 portioner
Cuisine: italian
Ingredients: 450 g ziti pasta uncooked; 1 spsk. olive oil; 1 stk. yellow onion finely chopped; 3 fed garlic minced; 800 g crushed tomatoes canned; 2 spsk. tomato paste; 1 tsk. dried oregano; 1 tsk. dried basil; 0,5 tsk. salt; 0,25 tsk. black pepper freshly ground; 425 g ricotta cheese part-skim; 240 g mozzarella cheese shredded; 60 g parmesan cheese grated; 1 stk. egg large; 2 spsk. 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.

En original opskrift af Forkin

Tid i alt: 1 t. 15 min.
Portioner: 6
Sværhedsgrad: Mellem

Allergenoplysninger: kan indeholde æg og mælk. Kontrollér altid ingrediensernes emballage, hvis du har allergi.

Klargøring

Ingredienser

450 gziti pasta, uncooked
1 spsk.olive oil
1 stk.yellow onion, finely chopped
3 fedgarlic, minced
800 gcrushed tomatoes, canned
2 spsk.tomato paste
1 tsk.dried oregano
1 tsk.dried basil
0,5 tsk.salt
0,25 tsk.black pepper, freshly ground
425 gricotta cheese, part-skim
240 gmozzarella cheese, shredded
60 gparmesan cheese, grated
1 stk.egg, large
2 spsk.fresh parsley, chopped

Udstyr

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

Fremgangsmåde

Trin for trin

1
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
Ca. 5 min.
2
Cook the ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain well and set aside.
Ca. 10 min.
Kokkens note: 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.
Ca. 1 min.
4
Add the yellow onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Ca. 5 min.
5
Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Ca. 1 min.
Kokkens note: 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.
Ca. 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.
Ca. 15 min.
Kokkens note: 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.
Ca. 3 min.
Kokkens note: Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
9
Add the cooked ziti pasta to the tomato sauce and toss to coat evenly.
Ca. 2 min.
10
Spread half of the pasta mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Ca. 1 min.
Kokkens note: Ensure an even layer for consistent baking.
11
Dollop spoonfuls of the ricotta mixture over the pasta layer.
Ca. 1 min.
Kokkens note: Distribute evenly for cheesy goodness in every bite.
12
Cover with the remaining pasta mixture.
Ca. 1 min.
13
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheeses over the top.
Ca. 1 min.
Kokkens note: 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.
Ca. 25 min.
Kokkens note: 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.
Ca. 10 min.
Kokkens note: This allows the casserole to set, making it easier to serve.

Bevar den gode smag

Opbevaring

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

Genopvarmning

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