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baked ziti in the crock pot

Crock Pot Baked Ziti

Discover the mouthwatering Crock Pot Baked Ziti recipe that'll have your family and friends begging for more. Packed with flavor and easy to make, this is the perfect dish to serve at your next gathering or family dinner.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 388kcal
Author: Jennifer
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 2 jars, 24 oz each marinara sauce
  • 1 lb ground beef, browned and drained
  • 16 oz mozzarella cheese
  • 16 oz box ziti pasta
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Directions

  • Grease a 6-quart Crock Pot. Layer in half of the uncooked ziti pasta, half the ground beef, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, and 1 jar of marinara sauce.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the ricotta, eggs, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the marinara.
  • Repeat the layers with the rest of the pasta, half the ground beef, 1 cup of mozzarella, the rest of the ricotta mixture, and the other jar of marinara sauce. Make sure the pasta is covered with the sauce.
  • Sprinkle the rest of the parmesan and the rest of the mozzarella on top.
  • Cook on HIGH power for 3-4 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 g | Calories: 388 kcal | Carbohydrates: 11 g | Protein: 30 g | Fat: 24 g | Saturated Fat: 12 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9 g | Cholesterol: 125 mg | Sodium: 691 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 3 g
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