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Million Dollar Baked Ziti Recipe: Indulgent Comfort Food Reinvented

Million Dollar Baked Ziti Recipe
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This Million Dollar Baked Ziti Recipe is the perfect blend of indulgence and comfort. Discover the layers of flavor that make this dish a family favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ziti pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook ziti pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add ground beef, sausage, onion, and garlic; cook until browned.
  4. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooked ziti, ricotta cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
  6. Spread half of the meat sauce in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Layer with the ziti mixture and top with remaining meat sauce.
  7. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Notes

  • Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
  • This dish can be made ahead of time and refrigerated.

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