Cheesy Baked Ziti

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   Cook the ziti pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.

4. 4

   Add the cooked ziti pasta to the cheese mixture and stir until the pasta is well coated.

5. 5

   In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom.

6. 6

   Add half of the pasta mixture to the baking dish and spread it out evenly.

7. 7

   Pour half of the remaining marinara sauce over the pasta and spread it out.

8. 8

   Add the remaining pasta mixture on top and spread it out evenly.

9. 9

   Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top layer of pasta.

10. 10

    Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.

11. 11

    Drizzle the olive oil over the cheese.

12. 12

    Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

13. 13

    Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

14. 14

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Cheesy Baked Ziti!