I always choose a spicy Italian sausage (which is usually a pork sausage) to give the baked ziti a little extra flavor, but ...

This hearty casserole is loaded with creamy cheese, spicy Italian sausage, and a weeknight-friendly ... and the ricotta will peel right off. The baked ziti can be prepared through step 4 up ...

When you are ready and the water is boiling, add the ziti to the pot and cook until al dente. Meanwhile, add the sausage meat to the oil and garlic, and cook, stirring, until golden, about 5 minutes.