Description
This easy Crockpot Baked Ziti recipe is a perfect way to make this effortless comfort food classic that’s always a family favorite for dinner! Once you’ve seasoned the Italian sausage, this set-it-and-forget-it pasta dinner is perfect for gatherings or busy weeknights.
Ingredients
1 lb. penne (or ziti) pasta
1 lb. ground Italian sausage
1/2 yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
2 teaspoons. Italian seasoning
48 ounces pasta sauce
15 ounces ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh parsley for topping
Instructions
In a large skillet, brown the Italian sausage. Just before it is finished, add the onion, garlic, and Italian seasoning, and cook 2-3 minutes more.
To your crockpot, add the sausage mixture, dry pasta, ricotta cheese, and 1 3/4 cups of the mozzarella cheese (reserve 1/4 for topping).
Pour over the pasta sauce.
Mix well to combine all of the ingredients.
Cook on low for 3-4 hours, until noodles are al dente.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over top and let cook until the cheese is melted. Enjoy!
Notes
Storage and reheating instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.
Reheat on a microwave-safe dish in the microwave with 30 second intervals until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
