RECIPE ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Gearing up for fall with the coziest comfort food 🍂🍝 Baked ziti packed with flavor, melty cheese, and all the right vibes for chilly nights. This is the kind of dinner that makes you want to stay in. Ingredients:
• 1½ lbs ziti pasta
• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 large onion (chopped)
• 3 jars pasta sauce
• 32 oz ricotta
• 16 oz sour cream
• 1 egg
• 2½ bags Tillamook mozzarella
• 1 (16 oz) bag shaved Parmesan
• Garlic powder, onion powder, salt, white pepper
• Vinny’s Italian seasoning
• Fresh Italian parsley
Instructions:
1️⃣ Boil ziti to al dente.
2️⃣ Brown beef, drain fat.
3️⃣ In same pan, sauté onion till translucent.
4️⃣ Add beef back + 3 jars of sauce + generous seasonings (Vinny’s + more!). Simmer.
5️⃣ In a large bowl, mix: ricotta, sour cream, 1 egg, 6 oz shaved Parm, and seasonings (1 tbsp each, go lighter on salt + pepper).
6️⃣ Stir pasta into ricotta mix.
7️⃣ In a deep pan, layer:
➤ Sauce
➤ Ricotta-pasta mixture
➤ Tillamook mozzarella
➤ Repeat
➤ Top with more Tillamook + parsley
8️⃣ Bake at 385°F for 45 mins.
9️⃣ Let rest 10–15 mins. Slice & serve hot. #bakedziti #ziti #falldinner #fallfood #weeknightmeals #dinner #recipe #pasta #cheesy #fall #spookyseason #kidfriendly #bakedpasta #sundaydinner #crowdpleaser #feedsacrowd #memories #food #corememories #tillamook #tillamookcheese @Tillamook
Baked ziti is a classic Italian-American comfort food that shines during the cooler fall months, bringing warmth and hearty flavors to your dinner table. This recipe combines tender al dente ziti pasta with a rich, savory sauce made from browned ground beef, sautéed onions, and robust Vinny’s Italian seasoning, creating a deeply flavorful base. The creamy cheese mixture, composed of ricotta, sour cream, egg, and shaved Parmesan, adds a luscious texture and binds the pasta, while generous layers of Tillamook mozzarella provide that irresistible gooey, melty cheese pull. Using quality cheese like Tillamook not only enhances flavor but also improves the dish’s overall creaminess and appeal. To elevate your baked ziti, consider adding fresh Italian parsley on top for a bright, herbaceous finish. This dish is versatile and perfect for weeknight meals, Sunday dinners, or feeding a crowd. It also freezes well, making it convenient for meal prep. For a kid-friendly twist, you can incorporate finely chopped vegetables like spinach or zucchini into the sauce to boost nutrition without compromising flavor. Additionally, experimenting with different types of pasta or seasoning blends can personalize this classic to fit your taste preferences. Pair your baked ziti with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for a complete, satisfying meal. The recipe’s ease and rich, comforting taste make it a timeless option for fall entertaining or cozy nights in, ensuring it becomes a staple in your seasonal recipe collection.
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