Classic Baked Ziti

This baked ziti recipe is a simple Italian casserole dish that my family enjoys.
Ingredients:

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 (32 ounce) jar meatless sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
  • 1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta, cooked and drained
  • shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese

Directions:
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large skillet, cook ground beef, onions, and garlic over medium-high heat for 6 to 8 minutes or until beef is browned; stirring frequently.
  • Stir in spaghetti sauce, chicken broth, and oregano.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir 1 cup of the sauce into the cooked ziti noodles.
  • Spoon 1/2 of the ziti mixture into a 13x9x2-inch baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Top with 2 cups sauce, then remaining ziti mixture and remaining sauce.
  • Cover and bake 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  • Return to oven and bake uncovered for 10 minutes or until heated through.