Ziti Pasta

Store dry ziti in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. Once cooked, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.

Ziti are excellent for baked dishes like baked ziti because their hollow shape holds sauce well.

Always cook pasta in plenty of salted boiling water.

Al dente means 'to the tooth' - the pasta should still have a slight bite.

Hearty tomato-based sauces

Meat sauces (Bolognese)

Creamy cheese sauces

Baked dishes with ricotta, mozzarella, and marinara

Overcooking the pasta, especially for baked dishes, as it will continue to cook in the oven.

Not salting the pasta water, which results in bland pasta.