How to Make Baked Ziti with Vodka Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Baked ziti is a classic Italian-American comfort food dish that has been enjoyed by families for generations. With its rich flavors and hearty ingredients, it's no wonder why this dish has stood the test of time. One variation of this beloved dish is baked ziti with vodka sauce, which adds a unique twist to the traditional recipe.

Vodka sauce is a creamy, tomato-based sauce that gets its name from the addition of vodka. The vodka helps to enhance the flavors of the tomatoes and cream,...

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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 ½ cups milk
  • 6 large eggs
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a large baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti and cook at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 9 to 11 minutes.
  • While the ziti is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and onion to the hot skillet and cook until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, oregano, and garlic powder; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Drain and discard grease. Stir in marinara sauce.
  • Drain ziti and transfer to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese over top, then layer with cottage cheese, meat sauce, and remaining mozzarella. Beat milk, eggs, salt, and pepper together in a bowl, and pour over top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set and bubbly, about 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    781 cal.

    • Total Fat: 34g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 242mg
    • Sodium: 1038mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 65g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 50g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 410mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 944mg