Ingredients:•1 pound ziti pasta•1 pound ground beef•2 cups marinara sauce•1 cup ricotta cheese•2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese•1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese•2 cloves garlic, minced•1 teaspoon Italian seasoning•Salt and pepper to taste•Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)PREPARATION:1.Cook the Pasta•Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the ziti pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.•Drain and set aside.2.Prepare the Meat Sauce•In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.•Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.•Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.3.Preheat the Oven•Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).4.Assemble the Ziti•In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ziti pasta with half of the meat sauce.•Spread half of the ziti mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.•Dollop ricotta cheese evenly over the layer …
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