For an extra layer of flavor, sauté some minced garlic and onion in olive oil before adding the marinara sauce. Feel free to add cooked ground beef, Italian sausage, or vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms to the sauce for a heartier dish. If you don't have sour cream, you can substitute ricotta cheese. To prevent the top from browning too quickly, tent the baking dish with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
Creamy Baked Ziti
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING8 People
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Imagine twirls of ziti embraced in a velvety tomato cream, blanketed by a luscious layer of melted mozzarella. This baked ziti transforms simple ingredients into a symphony of comforting flavors, ready to grace your table in under an hour. It's the perfect dish for a cozy weeknight or a crowd-pleasing gathering.
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Cook the ziti pasta according to package directions, but reduce the cooking time by 2 minutes to ensure it remains al dente. Drain well. (10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View While the pasta cooks, in the same large saucepan, combine the marinara sauce, diced tomatoes (undrained), and cream cheese. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and well combined. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Return the drained pasta to the saucepan with the sauce. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat every strand. (2 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View In a 13x9 inch baking dish, spread half of the pasta mixture evenly. Dollop the sour cream over the pasta layer. Sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sour cream. Top with the remaining pasta mixture. (8 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top. (2 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown, and the dish is heated through. (20 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View Let the baked ziti rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the cheese to set slightly.
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Vern Sawayn
May 14, 2025My kids are picky eaters, but they devoured this. Will definitely make again!
Durward Hauck
Mar 24, 2025The cream cheese makes it so creamy and delicious.
Polly Mcdermott
Jan 7, 2024This recipe is a lifesaver! So easy and everyone loves it!
Alessandro Williamson
Nov 20, 2023I used ricotta cheese instead of sour cream and it worked perfectly.
Lorine Sanford
May 22, 2023I added some Italian sausage and it was amazing!