This Cheesy Ziti Delight is a hearty and comforting dish that combines creamy cheeses and ziti pasta, baked to perfection for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
12 oz ziti pasta
4 cups mozzarella cheese
2 cups pasta sauce
1 cup ricotta cheese
8 oz cream cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon Italian herbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
to taste salt
Method
Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the ziti pasta and cook for about 11 minutes, stirring occasionally until it's al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta.
In a large mixing bowl, mix together 4 cups of mozzarella cheese, your choice of pasta sauce, ricotta cheese, cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan, Italian herbs, garlic powder, and a touch of salt. Stir until everything is well combined, then add the drained ziti and mix until the pasta is evenly coated.
Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch glass baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top, and add a bit of parsley for decoration. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
Bake in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese on top is perfectly melted.
