baked ziti with three cheeses drwn11a pasta

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1. ### Baked Ziti Recipe with Three Cheeses
3. #### Ingredients:
4. - 8 oz (227g) ziti pasta
5. - 1/4 cup olive oil
6. - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
7. - 3 cloves garlic, minced
8. - 16 oz (450g) ground beef or Italian sausage
9. - 1 can (28 oz / 794g) crushed tomatoes
10. - 1 (14.5 oz/412 g) can tomato sauce
11. - 1 teaspoon dried basil
12. - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
13. - Salt and pepper to taste
14. - 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
15. - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
16. - 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
18. #### Instructions:
20. ##### Step 1: Prepare the Pasta
21. 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
22. 2. Cook ziti pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, about 8 minutes.
23. 3. Drain and set aside.
25. ##### Step 2: Make the Sauce
26. 1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
27. 2. Add chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes or until soft.
28. 3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
29. 4. Increase heat to medium-high, add ground beef or Italian sausage, and cook until browned, about 10 minutes.
30. 5. Drain excess fat from the skillet.
31. 6. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20-30 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
33. ##### Step 3: Combine Pasta and Sauce
34. 1. In a large baking dish or two smaller ones, layer one-third of the cooked ziti pasta.
35. 2. Pour half of the meat sauce over the pasta, then top with a third of each cheese (mozzarella, Parmesan, provolone).
36. 3. Repeat layers twice more.
38. ##### Step 4: Bake
39. 1. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
40. 2. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
42. ##### Step 5: Serve
43. 1. Let cool slightly before serving to ensure easy slicing into portions.
44. 2. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
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49. - Emphasize health benefits by mentioning that this dish can be made with lean ground beef or turkey for a healthier option.
51. This baked ziti recipe is perfect for family dinners and gatherings. Enjoy the rich flavors of three cheeses in every bite!

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