Delight your taste buds with this comforting and cheesy Baked Ziti with Spinach and Ricotta. It’s a perfect blend of flavors that will leave you craving for more.
Baked Ziti with Spinach and Ricotta
Ingredients
- 2 cups ziti pasta
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 ½ cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the cooked ziti, followed by half of the marinara sauce and half of the ricotta mixture. Repeat the layers.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Baked Ziti with Spinach and Ricotta!
Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 35 minutes | Total time: 50 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Nutritional information per serving: Calories – 380, Fat – 16g, Carbohydrates – 42g, Protein – 18g