Baked Ziti

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Looking for a creamy, cheesy baked ziti recipe to effortlessly to throw together? Baked ziti with ricotta and mozzarella uses only six ingredients, is freezer-friendly, and easily adapts into a gluten-free baked pasta as well!"

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Ingredients

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Bring water to a boil and cook the pasta. While the pasta cooks, mix together all of the ricotta mixture.

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In a large baking dish, spread some of the marinara sauce, then top with half of the cooked pasta.

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Next, layer on the cheese filling, followed by half of the sauce, then the remaining pasta, marinara and mozzarella cheese.

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Bake for 40-45 minutes or until hot throughout. Then allow to cool slightly before serving and enjoy!

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