Description
A heartwarming baked ziti recipe made in a slow cooker that combines ziti pasta, marinara sauce, and a layer of gooey cheeses for a comforting meal perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Cook the ziti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In your slow cooker, mix the cooked ziti, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, half of the shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the water, stirring well to ensure everything is evenly mixed.
- Layer the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the mixture.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours until hot and cheese is melted.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and customize with your favorite vegetables or meats.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 360
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg