Baked Ziti
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 oppskrift av Forkin
- Total tid
- 1 t 15 min
- Porsjoner
- 6
- Vanskelighetsgrad
- Middels
Allergeninformasjon: kan inneholde egg og melk. Kontroller alltid ingredienspakningen hvis du har en allergi.
Forberedelser
Ingredienser
- 450 gziti pasta, uncooked
- 1 ssolive oil
- 1 stk.yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 feddgarlic, minced
- 800 gcrushed tomatoes, canned
- 2 sstomato paste
- 1 tsdried oregano
- 1 tsdried basil
- 0,5 tssalt
- 0,25 tsblack pepper, freshly ground
- 425 gricotta cheese, part-skim
- 240 gmozzarella cheese, shredded
- 60 gparmesan cheese, grated
- 1 stk.egg, large
- 2 ssfresh parsley, chopped
Utstyr
large bowl · large pot · dutch oven · spoon · 9x13 inch baking dish
Fremgangsmåte
Trinn for trinn
- 1
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
Omtrent 5 min
- 2
Cook the ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain well and set aside.
Omtrent 10 min
Kokkens tips: 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.
Omtrent 1 min
- 4
Add the yellow onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Omtrent 5 min
- 5
Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Omtrent 1 min
Kokkens tips: 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.
Omtrent 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.
Omtrent 15 min
Kokkens tips: 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.
Omtrent 3 min
Kokkens tips: Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
- 9
Add the cooked ziti pasta to the tomato sauce and toss to coat evenly.
Omtrent 2 min
- 10
Spread half of the pasta mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Omtrent 1 min
Kokkens tips: Ensure an even layer for consistent baking.
- 11
Dollop spoonfuls of the ricotta mixture over the pasta layer.
Omtrent 1 min
Kokkens tips: Distribute evenly for cheesy goodness in every bite.
- 12
Cover with the remaining pasta mixture.
Omtrent 1 min
- 13
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheeses over the top.
Omtrent 1 min
Kokkens tips: 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.
Omtrent 25 min
Kokkens tips: 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.
Omtrent 10 min
Kokkens tips: This allows the casserole to set, making it easier to serve.
Hold den god
Store leftover baked ziti in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat individual portions in the microwave or a larger portion in the oven until warmed through.