A delicious and comforting pasta dish made with ziti, meatballs, and melted cheese.
A delicious and comforting pasta dish made with ziti, meatballs, and melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ziti
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1/4 cup parsley chopped
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ziti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides.
- Pour the marinara sauce into a baking dish. Add the cooked ziti and meatballs. Mix well to combine.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 19gFiber: 4g
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