Copycat Sbarro Baked Ziti
Recreate the cheesy, comforting magic of your favorite mall food court with this Copycat Sbarro Baked Ziti recipe! Packed with layers of tender ziti pasta, creamy ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and a rich marinara sauce enhanced with a touch of heavy cream, this dish is the ultimate indulgence. Perfectly seasoned with garlic and Italian herbs, every bite delivers a nostalgic flavor reminiscent of classic Sbarro. Ready in just 45 minutes, this baked ziti is an easy yet impressive option for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve it hot and bubbly straight from the oven, garnished with fresh parsley for an irresistible restaurant-quality experience at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Ziti pasta
- 8 ounces Ricotta cheese
- 16 ounces Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 24 ounces Marinara sauce
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or a light coating of olive oil.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the ziti pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the marinara sauce, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes until it slightly thickens.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. Mix until well blended.
Add the cooked ziti pasta to the cheese mixture and toss until evenly coated.
Spread half of the marinara sauce mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Layer half of the pasta mixture on top.
Sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded mozzarella over the pasta layer. Repeat the layering process with the remaining sauce, pasta, and mozzarella cheese.
Top the final layer with the remaining 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly with golden spots on top.
Let the baked ziti cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 231.9 g | 297% | |
| Saturated Fat | 117.6 g | 588% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 661 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 7912 mg | 344% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 394.4 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.2 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 233.6 g | 467% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5200 mg | 400% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 250 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
