Pioneer Woman Ziti Bake Recipe
The Pioneer Woman Ziti Bake Recipe is warm, cheesy and very comforting. It feels perfect for busy family dinners. This baked pasta dish is rich and filling.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Boil the Pasta
- Cook ziti in salted water until just tender. Drain well and set aside.
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a baking dish lightly.
Cook the Beef
- Heat olive oil in skillet. Add beef and cook until brown. Break meat while cooking.
Add Onion and Garlic
- Add onion and garlic to beef. Cook until soft and fragrant.
Add Sauce and Seasoning
- Stir in marinara sauce, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning. Simmer for five minutes.
Mix Pasta and Sauce
- Add cooked ziti to sauce. Stir gently until pasta is fully coated.
Layer the Dish
- Spread half pasta mixture into baking dish. Add ricotta and some mozzarella evenly.
Add Final Layer
- Top with remaining pasta. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
Bake the Ziti
- Bake uncovered for thirty minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
Rest and Serve
- Let ziti bake rest five minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Do not overcook the pasta
- Use full-fat cheese for flavor
- Let dish rest before serving
- Season sauce well
- Use a deep baking dish