Gluten Free Easy Baked Ziti

Total time1 hr 15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time50 min

This baked ziti is everything you want from a cozy pasta bake: a rich, meaty tomato sauce studded with softened onion and garlic, pockets of creamy ricotta folded through every bite, and a bubbling layer of melted mozzarella and Parmesan on top. The sauce gets a long simmer to deepen its flavor, while the ricotta mixture bakes into those signature creamy streaks that make each scoop feel indulgent. A short rest after baking lets everything set so it scoops into clean, hearty portions instead of falling apart. Torn fresh basil on top adds a bright finish to all that rich, cheesy sauce. It's the kind of comforting, crowd-pleasing bake that works great for a gluten free dinner rotation, whether it's a weeknight meal or a dish to bring to a potluck.

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Ingredients

6 servings

1 lb ziti pasta
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1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground beef (80/20)
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 tsp salt, plus more for pasta water
½ tsp black pepper
15 oz whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 large egg
½ cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

For serving

2 tbsp fresh basil, torn (optional)

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Cook the ziti for 2 minutes less than the package's al dente time — the pasta should be firm with a chalky center, as it will finish cooking in the oven. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the ziti in a colander.
2
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a 12-inch oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains and the meat registers 160°F (71°C) on an instant-read thermometer, about 6–8 minutes. Tilt the pan and spoon off any excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon behind.

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