Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom. Layer the Ingredients: Add half of the uncooked ziti as the first layer, followed by half of the ricotta cheese (spooned in dollops ...

Any short pasta such as penne, cavatappi, or farfalle can be used in place of ziti. The pasta will continue to soften as it bakes, so be sure to boil it until just al dente to prevent mushy pasta.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook the ziti until almost al dente. Drain, and set aside. 12 ounces ...

Stir the sauce, 1 cup mozzarella cheese and ziti in a large bowl. Spoon the mixture into a 2-quart shallow baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.