5-Ingredient Baked Ziti

Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 50 mins | Yield: 8 Servings

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Ingredients:

12 ounces gluten-free pasta of choice

½ pound bulk mild Italian sausage + ½ lb. ground beef (may use 1 lb. ground meat of choice)

1 teaspoon garlic powder, optional

1 24-25 ounces jar sugar-free marinara sauce

1 ½ c mozzarella cheese, shredded

1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Fresh basil, optional

Directions:

Step 1: Prepare the oven and preheat to 175 degrees C or 350 degrees F.

Step 2: Apply cooking spray in a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 3: Place a skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium-high.

Step 4: Add the sausage and ground beef. Cook for a few minutes until brown.

Step 5: Discard any excess grease.

Step 6: Remove the meat mixture from the skillet and place them onto a plate lined with paper towels.

Step 7: Place a large pot on the stove with water. Turn the heat to high and allow the water to boil.

Step 8: Add the pasta and cook for about 10 minutes or until firm to bite or al dente.

Step 9: Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.

Step 10: Transfer the cooked pasta onto the prepared pan.

Step 11: In the same pan with the pasta, add the meat, marinara sauce, ¾ cup of cheese, and Italian seasoning. Stir until well combined.

Step 12: Top the pasta mixture with the rest of the cheese.

Step 13: Cover the baking pan with aluminium foil and place it inside the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes.

Step 14: Remove the cover and bake for another 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted completely.

Step 15: Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh basil on top.

Step 16: Serve and enjoy!

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