One Pan Baked Ziti

Step 1

Preheat oven to 500 degrees F.

Step 2

Add olive oil to a deep, 12-inch or larger oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add sausage cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, dried basil and oregano. Stir well. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5-10 minutes.

Step 5

Add the water and dry pasta. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to a low boil and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes or until noodles are tender.

Step 6

Stir in the half and half, and parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle mozzarella evenly on top.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until the cheese has melted and browned, about 5 minutes. Enjoy!

Step 8

I love to serve this with easy Homemade Breadsticks!