Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the gluten-free ziti or penne until al dente. Drain and set aside.

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent.

Add the ground beef or turkey and cook until browned. Pour in the marinara sauce and add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, and half of the Parmesan. Mix well and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

In a large baking dish, spread a layer of the meat sauce on the bottom.

Add half of the cooked pasta, followed by dollops of the cheese mixture. Repeat the layers, finishing off with the remaining meat sauce.

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top layer.

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Let it cool for a few minutes before serving, garnished with fresh basil.