slow cooker baked ziti
Enjoy the classic comfort of baked ziti without all the work! This slow cooker version is incredibly easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 255 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ziti pasta, uncooked
- 1 pound ground beef, browned and drained
- 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
- 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the browned ground beef, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour half of the meat sauce mixture into the bottom of a greased slow cooker.
- Top with half of the uncooked ziti pasta and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat layers with the remaining meat sauce, pasta, and mozzarella cheese.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, or until pasta is tender.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use Italian sausage instead of ground beef. You can also add vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, or onions to the meat sauce.
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