baked ziti recipe

baked ziti recipe.Baked ziti is a classic Italian-American dish that's perfect for feeding a crowd. Here's a basic recipe to get you started: ### Ingredients: - 1 pound ziti pasta - 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed - 1 onion, chopped - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes - 1 teaspoon dried basil - 1 teaspoon dried oregano - Salt and pepper, to taste - 1 (15-ounce) container ricotta cheese - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese ### Instructions: 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. 2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the ziti pasta and cook until al dente, according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside. 3. In a large skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. 4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.