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Baked ziti layered with ricotta, mozzarella, and hearty meat sauce is a crowd-pleasing Italian-American family classic. This comforting pasta bake feeds a crowd and makes excellent freezer leftovers.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook the ziti pasta until barely al dente (about 2 minutes less than package instructions), then drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute.
Add the ground beef to the pan, season with 1 tsp salt and black pepper, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat. Add crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.
Combine ricotta cheese with 0.25 cup Parmesan in a bowl. In a large baking dish, layer half the ziti, half the meat sauce, dollops of ricotta blend, and half the mozzarella. Repeat layers and finish with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
Cover tightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
Let the baked ziti rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the layers to set properly.
