BAKED ZITI

Baked Ziti is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd. This recipe features ziti pasta, ground beef, tomato sauce, and lots of cheese.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ziti pasta
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 jar (24 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions and drain.
3. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat.
4. Drain any excess fat.
5. Add the tomato sauce, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to the skillet and stir to combine.
6. Add the cooked ziti pasta to the skillet and stir until the pasta is coated in the sauce.
7. Transfer the pasta mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
8. Top the pasta with the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, and sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the top.
9. Bake the ziti in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Let the ziti cool for a few minutes before serving.