Lasagna-Style Baked Ziti

Last night, rushing before community group, I made Lasagna-Style Baked Ziti from my Real Simple cookbook. It was amazing! I like lasagna, but I hate the ricotta cheese you put in it. It's just nasty. One of the very few foods I HATE. But I liked this cuz it was made with ricotta cheese, but it's all mixed in, and not a layer by itself.

- 12oz Ziti (about 4 cups)
- 1 Tbs olive oil
- 1 large onion
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- Kosher salt and pepper
- 1 26oz jar marinara sauce
- 1 bunch of spinach, thick stems removed
- 1/2 cup ricitta
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan (2oz)
- 1 cup grated mozzarella (4oz)

Heat over to 400 degrees. Cook pasta according to box. When done, return it back to pot.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook till sofen, about 4 to 5 minutes. Then add the beef, 3/4 tsp of salt, and 1/4 pepper. Breaking up with a spoon, cook till no longer pink, 5 to 6 minutes.
Once cooked all the way, toss the pasta with the meat mixture, marinara sauce, spinach, ricotta, and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan. Transfer to a 9x13 pan, and sprinkle with the mozzarella and the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan and bake till cheese melts, 12 to 15 minutes.

*I'm not to big on spinach in my lasagna, so I didn't put as much as they call for, but either way is up to you.

Everyone said this is a keeper! And gave it 5 stars. And it's a very easy meal! Which is a plus.

Bon appetit!