Million Dollar Baked Ziti: An Indulgent Twist with Turkey Bacon

Million Dollar Baked Ziti is a rich and delicious dish made with ziti pasta, savory sauces, and cheeses.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1 10

Course Main

Cuisine Italian

Servings cups

Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

large pot
Skillet
baking dish

Ingredients

Pasta and Main Ingredients

12 oz ziti pasta
1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
24 oz marinara sauce

Cheese Ingredients

15 oz ricotta cheese (whole milk)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (whole milk)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Seasonings

2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3 cloves garlic (minced)
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil salted water in a large pot and cook ziti until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef or sausage until cooked through. Drain fat, then add minced garlic; cook until fragrant.
Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning; simmer for about 5 minutes.
In a bowl, mix ricotta with half of the mozzarella and some Parmesan until creamy.
In a greased baking dish, layer half the ziti, followed by meat sauce and dollops of cheese mixture. Repeat layers.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil, top with remaining mozzarella, and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Keyword Baked Ziti, Cheesy Pasta, comfort food, Italian Pasta, Million Dollar Baked Ziti, Turkey Bacon

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