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Baked Ziti with Creamy Vodka Sauce

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PREP TIME
20 min
COOKING TIME
60 min
TOTAL TIME
80 min
SERVINGS
8 servings
Dinner Italian
Baked Ziti with Creamy Vodka Sauce
Ingredients
  • 1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 (28 ounce) jar vodka marinara sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 (16 ounce) package cottage cheese
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 6 large eggs
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to the optimal temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
2
Next, prepare a substantial baking vessel by applying a generous amount of grease to it.
3
Thus, simultaneously, bring a large container of salted water to its boiling point and introduce ziti into the pot.
4
Concurrently, heat a substantial skillet over medium-high heat and add ground beef and onion to the hot pan.
5
Proceed by cooking the beef mixture until it reaches a browned and crumbly state, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
6
Stir in Worcestershire sauce, oregano, and garlic powder to infuse the mixture with flavor; cook for about 1 minute.
7
Drain excess grease from the skillet and stir in marinara sauce to complete the meat mixture.
8
Once ziti is cooked, transfer it to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over the top.
9
Then, layer ziti with cottage cheese, meat sauce, and remaining mozzarella cheese.
10
In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, salt, and pepper to create a smooth mixture.
11
Pour the milk mixture over the top of the layered ingredients, ensuring they are well-coated.
12
Finally, bake in a preheated oven until the mixture is set and bubbly, approximately 45 minutes.