Italian-American classic · Northeast US

Baked Ziti

Quick answer

Baked ziti is a casserole of ziti, tomato sauce, ricotta and mozzarella baked until bubbling.

It descends from southern Italian pasta al forno and became a party and Sunday-dinner staple.

Undercook the pasta by two minutes before baking.

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Northeast US
Type
Italian-American dish

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