Shelly's Recipe

ZITI NOODLE BAKE - Easy

Category: Ground

1 lb pkg ziti, cooked al dente and drained
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1-2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 egg, slightly beaten
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 (9 oz) jar favorite pasta sauce
8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese

While pasta is cooking, brown beef with onions and garlic, drain. Turn off heat. Stir together ricotta cheese and next 5 ingredients and add to the meat. Add 1/2 of sauce; mix well. Add pasta; toss to cover. Place in a 13 x 9 inch baking pan. Spread with balance of sauce and sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes.

NOTE: I like to add chopped red/green bell pepper, mushrooms and a little red pepper to hamburger while it is cooking.