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Million Dollar Baked Ziti: Indulgent Comfort Food Delight

Million Dollar Baked Ziti

Indulge in the creamy and cheesy goodness of Million Dollar Baked Ziti, a perfect comfort food that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ziti pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain.
  4. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella, Parmesan, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. In a large baking dish, layer half of the ziti, half of the marinara sauce, and half of the ricotta mixture; repeat layers.
  6. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Notes

  • Serve with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition

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