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Step 1
Heat oven to 375°F and spray an 11x9-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2
In a large saucepan, cook the pasta according to package (al dente/no salt) directions, drain.
Step 3
In the same large saucepan set over medium heat, cook the marinara sauce and cream cheese together until the cheese melts. Stir often.
Step 4
Add the pasta to the marinara/cheese sauce and mix well.
Step 5
Pour half the marinara/cheese/ziti sauce in the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with half the mozzarella and half the Parmesan cheeses.
Step 6
Sprinkle the cheeses with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil.
Step 7
Layer the remaining marinara/cheese/ziti sauce over the cheese and top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
Step 8
Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes.
Step 9
Remove the cover and bake an additional 15-20 minutes or until the baked ziti is bubbly and cheese is golden.
Step 10
Garnish with the remaining chopped basil and serve with toasted baguette.
Step 11
Enjoy!