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baked ziti

Baked Ziti

This Baked Ziti is a delicious and easy meal that features a sweet and savory meat sauce combined with pasta and gooey cheese.
Adjust Servings8 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ yellow onion diced
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • ¼ cups sour cream
  • 2 cups mozzarella/provolone blend cheese shredded
  • 16 ounces penne pasta

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook pasta per package instructions. In a large skillet over medium high heat add olive oil and onions. Allow onion to cool for 3-5 minutes until they start to soften. Add ground beef and Italian sausage. Cook the meat until no pink is visible, thrown in minced garlic and allow to cook for 45 seconds then drain off any excess grease. Season meat with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.
  • Add marinara sauce, 1 cup of cheese, and sour cream to the skillet and stir to combine. Once combined add the cooked pasta and mix with the meat sauce.
  • Transfer pasta to a 9x13 casserole dish and top with remaining cup of cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted. Serve & enjoy!
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