Cheesy Creamy Baked Ziti
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
563 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Cheesy Creamy Baked Ziti
Description
Cheesy Creamy Baked Ziti starts with boiling pasta which is then mixed with smooth Alfredo sauce for a creamy base. Separately, ground beef is browned and simmered in spaghetti sauce to create a rich, meaty topping. The pasta and meat sauce are layered in a baking dish, covered in shredded mozzarella, and baked until the cheese melts and browns slightly. This combination results in a balanced dish with creamy richness from the Alfredo, acidic depth from the tomato sauce, and a tender pasta texture. The baked cheese adds a golden finish and additional flavor to every bite.
The casserole can be served directly from the baking dish, pairing well with a simple green salad or garlic bread. It functions as a comforting main dish suitable for family dinners or potlucks. The ingredients and method suggest it offers a hearty, filling meal without requiring complicated preparation.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ziti pasta
- 1 lb ground beef *or turkey
- 26 oz spaghetti sauce
- 16 oz Alfredo sauce
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese *shredded
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to directions. Drain water.
- Add in Alfredo sauce to pasta and mix well.
- Pour pasta into a greased 9 x 13 baking pan. Set aside.
- In a different pan, cook the turkey/beef until no longer pink. Drain fat.
- Add in spaghetti sauce and allow to simmer on low for about 5 minutes.
- Pour meat sauce on top of alfredo pasta evenly.
- Sprinkle cheese on top of pan.
- Cover pan with foil. *Spray the foil with cooking spray to avoid the foil sticking to the cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven, 350, for 15 minutes covered, 15 minutes uncovered.
- Remove from oven and serve!!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 563 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 563kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 1081mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 606mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 588IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 175mg | 18% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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