Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dish with our Italian Sausage Baked Ziti. This hearty casserole layers savory Italian sausage, rich marinara sauce, and gooey melted cheese for a meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends, this easy-to-make baked ziti is not only delicious but also freezer-friendly—ideal for busy weeknights when you crave something warm and comforting. Customize it with your favorite proteins or veggies for a personal touch. Serve it hot, and watch it disappear!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz dried ziti pasta
- 1 lb ground Italian sausage
- 32 oz marinara sauce
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- minced fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook ziti in salted water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, brown the sausage over medium-high heat; drain excess fat.
- Add minced garlic, marinara sauce, and red pepper flakes to the skillet; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sausage mixture until coated.
- Layer half of the pasta in the baking dish, sprinkle half of both cheeses on top, add remaining pasta, and finish with remaining cheeses.
- Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until cheese is bubbly. Let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the dish (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 65mg