Baked Ziti

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Ingredients

1 jar spaghetti sauce, any variety
1 lb ziti (tubular pasta)
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1-1/2 cups Ricotta cheese
4 tablespoons bread crumb
1 additional tbsp butter

Preparation

Preheat oven to 375° F.

Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil, add salt a pinch of salt and cook pasta al dente. Drain and toss with a tablespoon of butter and half the Parmesan cheese.

Oil a 3-quart baking dish or casserole and spread a third of the ziti over the bottom. Top with a third of the Ricotta, a third of the sauce and a third of the remaining Parmesan. Repeat the layers, ending with the Parmesan. Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top and dot with remaining butter.

Bake 25 to 35 minutes in preheated oven, until bubbling. Remove from heat, let stand 5 minutes, and serve.

Yield

Serves 6 to 8 Serves

Cook Time

Prep Time: 20 mins.
Cook Time: 30 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Serves 6 to 8 Serves
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 428
Calories from Fat: 126

Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14g
21%
Carbohydrates 68g
22%
Dietary Fiber 5g
20%
Saturated Fat 12g
60%
Calories 428kcal
21%
Cholesterol 34mg
11%
Protein 23g
38%
Sodium 195mg
8%
Calcium
4%
Iron
15%
Vitamin A
10%
Vitamin C
1%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.