If you’re looking for a tasty and comforting dish, baked ziti with ham and mozzarella is the perfect choice!
This simple and flavorful recipe combines the hearty texture of ziti with the savory taste of ham and the creamy melt of mozzarella, all enveloped in the delicacy of béchamel and then baked for a golden and irresistible surface.
Perfect for a family Sunday lunch or a friendly dinner with friends, this dish brings a piece of beloved Italian tradition to the table.
Now take a minute to read the recipe and then… let’s cook and eat!!
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- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 18 oz ziti (long to be broken)
- 2 cups béchamel
- 17 oz mozzarella (or fiordilatte)
- 10 oz cooked ham
- 3.5 oz grated Parmesan
Tools
- 1 Pot
- 1 Colander
- 1 Knife
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Baking Pan
Steps
Preparing baked ziti with ham and mozzarella is very simple and fairly quick, considering we’re talking about baked pasta.
First, break the long ziti by hand and dice both the cooked ham and the mozzarella. Let the mozzarella drain in a colander to remove any excess milk.
Cook the ziti in plenty of salted water and leave them al dente, cooking for 2 minutes less than the package instructions. Once cooked, drain the pasta well and place it in a large bowl.
Add the ham, mozzarella, béchamel, and grated cheese to the pasta. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Storage
Baked ziti with ham and mozzarella keeps for a couple of days in the fridge in an airtight container.
When reheating, I recommend doing it in a pan with a small knob of butter.
