Baked Ziti

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F and bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Cook the ziti pasta according to package directions until just al dente, then drain.

Step 3

While the pasta cooks, brown the italian sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up, for 6 to 8 minutes until no pink remains and it reaches 160°F.

Step 4

Add the garlic and dried oregano to the sausage and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes, then combine with the drained ziti.

Step 6

Fold half the mozzarella and all the ricotta into the pasta mixture until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Transfer the pasta to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella and the parmesan.

Step 8

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and lightly golden.

Step 9

Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.