Baked Ziti with Meat in Tomato Sauce

  • Prep : 30 Mins Cook : 30 Mins
  • 6 Serves
  • MEDIUM

Nutrition Facts

  • Energy 433 calories
  • Fat 11.7 g
  • Carbohydrates 47.8 g
  • Protein 33.0 g
  • Sodium 351 mg

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. (450 g) ziti, dry
  • 1 lb. (450 g) beef sirloin, ground
  • 2 tablespoons (1 fl oz or 30 ml) olive oil
  • 3 (3 g) garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium (3.5 oz or 100 g) onion, chopped
  • 1 ½ cup (13 oz or 375 g) tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (1 oz or 30 g) tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon (2 g) oregano, dried
  • 2 tablespoons (7 g) fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/2 cup (2 oz or 60 g) mozzarella cheese, grated
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

  • 1Preheat your Air Fryer to 360 F (180 C).
  • 2Bring a large stock pot of salted water to a boil. Cook ziti for 10-12 minutes. Drain. Set aside.
  • 3Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry garlic and onion until fragrant.
  • 4Add the beef, stir-fry for 5-7 minutes or until browned.
  • 5Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano, and basil. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 6Add pasta and stir to combine well. Transfer to a baking dish that can fit inside your Air Fryer basket. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cook in the Air Fryer for 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • 7Serve immediately and enjoy.