Easy Baked Ziti

Cook your ziti (or penne) until 2 minutes before the package says al dente.

Strain, rinse with cold water, strain again, and set aside. This will keep it from cooking more.

While the pasta is cooking, in a high rimmed pan, add the ground beef and minced onion, and season with salt and pepper.

Break apart into pieces and cook fully through.

If you prefer, pour out the grease and then add your favorite pasta sauce. I prefer to add more seasoning (garlic powder, Italian seasoning, chili powder, chili flakes), estimated measurements above! Give it a good stir and get ready to build!

In the pot with your cooked pasta, pour in your favorite alfredo sauce and give it a good mix.

In a greased baking dish, spread the Alfredo-coated pasta, add the meat sauce over the top, covering the pasta completely, and then top with the shredded mozzarella cheese.

Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.

Sprinkle on the freshly cut basil.

Let cool for a few minutes and eat!

Enjoy!