Baked Ricotta Spinach Beef Pasta (Print Version)
Hearty layers of pasta, rich beef sauce, spinach, and ricotta, all baked for an easy Italian-inspired dinner.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Pasta & Protein
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10.5 ounces ziti
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14 ounces ground beef
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2 cups marinara sauce
→ Cheese Layer
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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1 cup chopped spinach
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
# How to Make It:
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Cook ziti in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente. In a separate pan, brown ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain excess fat. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer 2 minutes.
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Combine ricotta cheese and chopped spinach in a mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until spinach is evenly distributed.
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In a baking dish, layer half the cooked pasta, followed by half the beef and marinara mixture, and half the ricotta-spinach mixture. Repeat layers. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
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Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
# Additional Tips:
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Allow the pasta bake to rest before serving to help it hold its shape when sliced.