Baked Ziti by Dad Cooks Dinner

– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 large onion, diced
– 1 stalk celery, diced
– 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
– 3 cloves garlic, crushed
– 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
– 1 teaspoon dried Italian Seasoning
– 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
– 1 pound bulk Italian sausage
– 12 ounces ziti pasta
– 3 cups water
– 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
– 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
– 8 ounces shredded mozzarella
– 15 ounces ricotta cheese (1 tub)
– 6 ounces grated parmesan
– 8 ounces shredded mozzarella
– Minced fresh parsley, basil, or rosemary (optional, for garnishing)

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 min