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Baked Ziti With Ricotta

This Baked Ziti With Ricotta recipe is a delicious weeknight meal full of flavor and taste.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 24 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 T olive oil
  • 32 ounces jar pasta sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes 
  • ½ tsp dried oregano leaves
  • 3 cups water
  • 16 ounces ziti pasta
  • ½ cup half and half (or heavy cream)
  • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh basil

Instructions
 

  •  Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Place a deep large oven-safe skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add onion and cook stirring until soft, about 3-5 minutes. 
  • Add the pasta sauce, garlic powder, italian seasoning, dried basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, stir and cook for 1-2 minutes. 
  • Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce and stir well. Add the water and dry pasta.
  • Stir the mixture and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to a low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
  • Stir in the half and half, and add the ricotta in spoonfuls all over the surface. Sprinkle the parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir well to combine. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese evenly on top. 
  • Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until the cheese has melted and browned, about 5-10 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh basil and serve. Enjoy!

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