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Easy Baked Ziti with Ground Beef & Ricotta

A hearty and cheesy baked pasta dish layered with ground beef, marinara sauce, ricotta, and melted mozzarella.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 12 oz ziti pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta and prepare meat sauce.
  2. Layer pasta, ricotta, and cheese.
  3. Bake until bubbly and golden.

Notes

Let rest before serving for best texture and layering.