Oamc Baked Ziti
OAMC Baked Ziti is the ultimate make-ahead comfort food that combines rich, meaty flavors with creamy, cheesy layers for a dish the whole family will love. Featuring tender ziti pasta, a robust marinara sauce infused with savory ground beef and Italian sausage, and a luscious ricotta cheese blend, this recipe is the perfect balance of hearty and satisfying. Topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan, it bakes to golden perfection in just 40 minutes. Designed for flexibility, this freezer-friendly meal can be prepared ahead of time for busy weeknights or special occasions. Whether served fresh out of the oven or thawed from frozen, OAMC Baked Ziti delivers crowd-pleasing, Italian-inspired flavors with every bite.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Ziti pasta
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 48 oz Marinara sauce
- 14.5 oz Seasoned diced tomatoes
- 15 oz Ricotta cheese
- 16 oz Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 Egg
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or two smaller freezer-safe dishes if preparing to freeze.
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, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
Add ground beef and Italian sausage to the skillet. Cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking the meat into small pieces. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in marinara sauce, seasoned diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, and parsley. Mix well and set aside.
Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce onto the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the cooked pasta, half of the ricotta mixture, and half of the remaining meat sauce. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
If freezing: Allow the assembled ziti to cool completely, cover tightly with aluminum foil, and label with cooking instructions. To bake from frozen, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40-45 minutes.
Let the baked ziti sit for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7307 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 430.4 g | 552% | |
| Saturated Fat | 183.8 g | 919% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 26.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1557 mg | 519% | |
| Sodium | 13592 mg | 591% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 469.0 g | 171% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.3 g | 151% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.2 g | ||
| Protein | 415.4 g | 831% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 6341 mg | 488% | |
| Iron | 41.1 mg | 228% | |
| Potassium | 4281 mg | 91% | |
*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.
