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### Lazy Day Ziti: A Simple, Hearty Meal for Busy Days
Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight dinner or preparing a crowd-pleasing dish for a potluck, **Lazy Day Ziti** delivers in both convenience and taste. Plus, with its make-ahead potential, this dish is great for preparing in advance and enjoying later.
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For this delicious **Lazy Day Ziti**, you’ll need the following ingredients:
– **1 pound ziti pasta**
– **2 cups marinara sauce** (store-bought or homemade)
– **2 cups ricotta cheese**
– **1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese**
– **1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese**
– **1 teaspoon garlic powder**
– **1/2 teaspoon dried basil** (optional)
– **Salt and pepper** to taste
– **1 tablespoon olive oil** (for greasing the dish)
– **Fresh basil or parsley** (for garnish, optional)