Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pasta: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook ziti until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté onion and garlic until softened. Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain grease. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer.
- Mix Cheese Layer: In a bowl, combine ricotta, sour cream, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Layer the Dish: In the greased baking dish, layer half of the ziti, half of the sauce, and half of the ricotta mixture. Repeat layers. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Rest and Serve: Let the dish stand for 10 minutes before serving to allow layers to set.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes