Christmas Baked Ziti (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound ziti noodles.
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24 ounces pasta sauce.
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3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese.
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15 ounces Ricotta cheese.
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Cook the ziti noodles in a large pot according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain the noodles and return them to the pot.
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In a large bowl, combine half of the shredded mozzarella cheese, the full container of ricotta cheese, and the pasta sauce. Mix well until fully combined.
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Add the cooked ziti noodles to the bowl with the cheese and sauce mixture. Stir until the noodles are evenly coated.
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Spray a large baking dish with nonstick spray and pour the pasta mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.
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Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the pasta.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
# Notes:
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For added flavor, you can sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese or fresh basil on top before serving.