Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ziti pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jar marinara sauce
  • 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic.
  4. Add the marinara sauce to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. In a large baking dish, layer the cooked ziti pasta, meat sauce, and grated mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
  6. Repeat the layers until all of the ingredients are used, ending with a layer of cheese on top.
  7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Let the baked ziti cool for a few minutes before serving.