Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef (at least 85% lean)
- 1/2 pound bulk sweet Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried leaf basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried leaf oregano
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk)
- 3/4 cup fresh Parmesan cheese (grated, divided)
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded, divided)
- 8 ounces ziti pasta
- 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- Optional: garlic bread, tossed green salad, or Caesar salad (for serving)
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