Easy Baked Ziti

A simple, hearty baked ziti made with pasta, seasoned ground beef, and lots of melted cheese, perfect for an easy family dinner.                                                                                        

12 ounces uncooked ziti or small tube pasta

2 pounds ground beef

1 jar (24 ounces) spaghetti sauce

2 large eggs, beaten

1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese

2-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Cook the pasta and preheat the oven to 350°.   Brown the beef, drain it, and add the spaghetti sauce.   Mix the cheeses and eggs, then stir in the cooked pasta.   Layer meat sauce and pasta in a greased 13×9-inch dish.   Bake covered for 40 minutes, uncover, add cheese, bake 5–10 more minutes, then rest 15 minutes.