Baked Ziti Casserole

Health score
12%
Baked Ziti Casserole
70 min.
8
424kcal

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If you're searching for the perfect comfort food that brings family and friends together, look no further than this delicious Baked Ziti Casserole! This Italian-American classic is a delightful twist on traditional pasta dishes, combining hearty ziti with creamy ricotta, melty mozzarella, and rich tomato sauce for a meal that's sure to please everyone at the table.

With preparation time just under 70 minutes and serving up to 8 people, this baked ziti casserole is ideal for gatherings, potlucks, or a satisfying weeknight dinner. The enticing aroma that wafts through your kitchen as it bakes will have your guests eagerly anticipating the feast. Not only is it an explosion of flavors, but it's also a wonderful way to sneak in some cheese-filled goodness into your diet, perfectly blending textures and tastes.

This dish's creamy layers, punctuated by the bite of ziti and enhanced by a sprinkle of Parmesan on top, offer an irresistible culinary experience. Plus, the nutritional balance—with a generous helping of protein, a healthy dose of carbs, and a moderate amount of fat—makes it a fulfilling choice for any meal, whether as a main course or a hearty side dish. Get ready to impress your loved ones with a homemade baked ziti casserole that stands out for both its taste and its heartwarming simplicity!

Ingredients

  •  eggs slightly beaten
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper black to taste
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 15 ounce ricotta cheese 
  • teaspoon salt to taste
  • ounce mozzarella cheese shredded
  • cups tomato sauce divided
  • 16 ounce ziti 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • pot
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook ziti in boiling water until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 13 minutes; drain. Rinse ziti with cold water until cool; drain.
  2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  3. Mix ziti, ricotta cheese, 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, egg, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  4. Spread 1/2 cup tomato sauce into the bottom of a 2 1/2-quart shallow baking dish.
  5. Pour ziti mixture into the dish. Top with remaining 1 1/2 cup tomato sauce and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake in preheated oven until sauce and cheese layer is bubbly and lightly browned, about 30 minutes.
  7. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories424kcal
Protein20.85%
Fat33.39%
Carbs45.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.63
Glycemic Load
18.69
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
15.089999955633%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:423.93kcal
21.2%
Fat:15.68g
24.12%
Saturated Fat:8.98g
56.11%
Carbohydrates:48.33g
16.11%
Net Carbohydrates:45.57g
16.57%
Sugar:4.15g
4.61%
Cholesterol:72.68mg
24.23%
Sodium:869.34mg
37.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.03g
44.06%
Selenium:51.52µg
73.6%
Phosphorus:338.94mg
33.89%
Manganese:0.62mg
30.9%
Calcium:305.12mg
30.51%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.29%
Zinc:2.59mg
17.25%
Vitamin B12:0.92µg
15.3%
Vitamin A:750.81IU
15.02%
Magnesium:52.73mg
13.18%
Copper:0.26mg
12.78%
Potassium:400.77mg
11.45%
Fiber:2.76g
11.06%
Iron:1.78mg
9.87%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.31%
Vitamin B3:1.66mg
8.32%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.54%
Vitamin B5:0.68mg
6.83%
Folate:26.88µg
6.72%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.62%
Vitamin C:4.29mg
5.2%
Vitamin K:3.28µg
3.13%
Vitamin D:0.35µg
2.3%
Source:Allrecipes