How to Make Creamy Baked Ziti - A Step-by-Step Guide

Baked ziti is a classic Italian American dish that has been a staple in many households for generations. This hearty and comforting casserole is loaded with rich flavors and creamy textures that make it the perfect recipe for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion.

One of the most popular variations of this dish is the Creamy Baked Ziti, which takes the traditional recipe to a whole new level with its indulgent and luscious sauce. This dish combines al dente ziti pasta, savory mea...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups ziti pasta, uncooked
  • 1 (26 ounce) jar marinara sauce
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 6 ounces PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
  • ¾ cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
  • 1 (8 ounce) package KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA
  • ⅓ cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt. Remove from pan; drain. Meanwhile, add marinara sauce, tomatoes and cream cheese to same pan; cook on medium heat 5 min. or until cream cheese is melted and mixture is well blended, stirring frequently. Return pasta to pan; mix well.
  • Layer half the pasta mixture in 13x9-inch baking dish; cover with layers of sour cream, 1 cup mozzarella and remaining pasta mixture. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through.