easy gluten free ziti

Name: easy gluten free ziti
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 28 oz pasta sauce; 16 oz ziti / penne pasta; 1 egg (large); 15 oz ricotta cheese; 2 cups mozzarella (shredded); 1/4 cup parmesan cheese (shredded)

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this gluten free ziti recipe is not only a delicious meal but easy to make too. it's perfect for a family dinner but also a meal prep friendly option for the week.

eating gluten free ziti topped with fresh basil

the worst thing is coming home after a long day and realizing you still have to make dinner. however, this isn't the worst thing if you know an easy dinner to make. or better yet, one that makes leftovers!

this is where my easy baked ziti recipe comes into play.

my recipe is simple version of a classic pasta dish. it is the perfect meal for when you're tired or in a time crunch.

the recipe uses simple ingredients, is easy to make and spends most of it's time in the oven so you can take care of other to-dos while dinner cooks.

another bonus to this recipe is that it makes a big tray. therefore, you can have leftovers throughout the week or make enough for the entire family to enjoy.

main ingredients

gluten free pasta
marinara sauce
ricotta
mozzarella
parmesan
basil
oregano

first layer of pasta sauce topped with pasta

making gluten free ziti, showing ricotta layer

what kind of noodle is in ziti?

of course the main answer is the ziti shaped noodle. however, when making baked ziti, you want to use any short noodle also like penne or rigatoni.

you wouldn't want to use a spaghetti, linguine or similar pasta as that will change the end result.

how to make this gluten free ziti

preheat the oven to 375 degrees F so that it is ready when you're done making the ziti.
next, you will want to gather your ingredients, making sure you have enough of each and measuring everything out.
assemble the baked ziti according to the layers in the recipe card below.
once the ziti is assembled and ready to go in the oven you will bake the gluten free ziti for about 30 minutes depending on the strength of your oven.
broil the ziti for 2-3 minutes to get the perfect golden top.
it is important to let the ziti cool before serving. this will allow you to cut it easier in portions.
store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days .

frequently asked questions

do you put egg in the ricotta mixture?

yes! this creates a smooth ricotta texture that binds the pasta together.

do i have to cover the baked ziti while baking?

not for this recipe! the pasta isn't baking too long so it doesn't risk burning on top. you would do this so that the cheese and pasta on top don't overcook or get burnt.

if you need to reheat in the oven, you can add aluminum foil on top to cover the ziti.

do i have to use gluten free pasta?

nope! you can use any short form (ziti or penne) pasta that you like or prefer to use.

is this recipe meal prep friendly?

yes it is! you can make this recipe on a sunday and have it throughout the week. it makes a big batch (about 7-8 servings) and is plenty for you and your loved ones.

how do i store leftovers?

store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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