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Crock Pot Baked Ziti Recipe

Crock Pot Baked Ziti Recipe
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Enjoy a delicious and comforting meal with this easy-to-make Crock Pot Baked Ziti recipe. Layers of pasta, cheeses, and savory sauce come together in a slow cooker to create a hearty dish that the whole family will love.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Crock Pot
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Jarred Sauce Mixture:

  • 2 (25 oz) jars pasta sauce
  • 15 oz tomato sauce

Cheese Mixture:

  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup freshly chopped basil
  • 2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 pound uncooked penne pasta

Instructions

  1. Mix Ricotta Mixture: Combine ricotta cheese, eggs, and basil in a bowl.
  2. Prepare Sauce: Mix pasta sauce and tomato sauce in a bowl.
  3. Layer Ingredients: Grease slow cooker. Layer ingredients as follows: sauce, penne, ricotta mixture, Parmesan, repeat, ending with sauce on top.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours until pasta is al dente.
  5. Final Touch: Add mozzarella during last 15-30 minutes of cooking until melted.
  6. Serve: Enjoy alone or with red pepper flakes, garlic bread, and a side salad.

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