Crockpot Baked Ziti
A comforting and hearty dish made with ziti pasta, marinara sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella cheese, all cooked to perfection in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
Pasta and Sauce
- 12 oz ziti pasta Cooked al dente
- 4 cups marinara sauce Your choice of marinara
Cheeses
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Divided for layering
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese For topping
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
- Fresh basil for garnish Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked ziti with marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
Layering
- Layer half of the ziti mixture in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
- Repeat with the remaining ziti mixture and top with the rest of the mozzarella cheese.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
- Let the dish sit for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
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Notes
For variations, try adding cooked ground beef, different vegetables, or experimenting with various cheeses. Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-5 days or frozen for 2-3 months.