# What You’ll Need:
→ Pasta & Sauce
01 - 12 oz dried ziti or penne
02 - 24 oz marinara sauce
03 - 2 cups water
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
07 - ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
08 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Cheeses
09 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
10 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
11 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Fresh
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - In a large ovenproof skillet or casserole dish, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add dried ziti, marinara sauce, water, dried Italian herbs, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well ensuring pasta is fully submerged.
04 - Bring mixture to a simmer, cover with foil or lid, and transfer to the oven. Bake for 25 minutes.
05 - Remove from oven and stir gently. Dollop ricotta cheese evenly over the top, then sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
06 - Return skillet to oven uncovered and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.
07 - Allow dish to rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley before serving.
