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BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE



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With its rich Italian flavor and generous combination of cheeses, it's hard to believe this pasta entree is light. this simple, meatless baked ziti is made up of six ingredients. It's sure to become a favorite with your family.-Paula Zsiray, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (16 ounces) ziti or small tube pasta
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 jar (28 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the egg, ricotta and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. , Spread 1 cup spaghetti sauce in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with a third of the pasta, half of the ricotta mixture, 2/3 cup mozzarella cheese, 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese and 1 cup sauce. Repeat layers of pasta, ricotta mixture and mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Top with remaining pasta, sauce mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. , Cover and bake at 375° for 45-50 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 508mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CAROL'S BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE



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Packed with cheese, sauce, and pasta, this baked casserole is as comforting as it is filling.

Provided by Carol A

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (28 ounce) jar meatless spaghetti sauce, divided
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in ziti pasta and return to a boil. Cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.
  • Combine egg, ricotta cheese, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Spread 1/3 the spaghetti sauce in prepared baking dish. Top with 1/2 the pasta, 1/2 the ricotta mixture, 1/3 the spaghetti sauce, 1/2 the mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 the Parmesan cheese; repeat layers. Top with remaining spaghetti sauce and Parmesan cheese; cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven until heated through, 45 to 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Cholesterol 42.8 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 487.9 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE



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I got the basic recipe from the back of a spaghetti sauce can but have added ingredients that we like to make it special for our family's tastes. Sometimes, I take it to potlucks and come home with an empty dish! I always make a big pot of it when my son's friends are here and they eat it all! Growing boys...lol. Hope you like it too if you try it!

Provided by OceanLuvinGranny

Categories     Meat

Time 50m

Yield 1 casserole, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb ground beef, cooked and drained (I use extra lean)
1 (20 ounce) can hunts four cheese pasta sauce
1 (8 ounce) can hunts tomato paste
nonstick cooking spray
1 (12 ounce) package ziti pasta (I use Barilla brand)
16 ounces small curd cottage cheese (full fat variety not fat free or skim)
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese (not the kind in the green tube but the kind in the cheese section that you grate or comes grated in )
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
10 white button mushrooms, sliced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1 (15 ounce) can black olives
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Cook and drain ground beef.
  • Saute green pepper, onion, and mushrooms and add to ground beef.
  • Add onion powder and garlic powder, oregano and 3 tablespoons of the tomato paste. Stir and set aside while you cook pasta.(al dente).
  • Drain cooked pasta and set aside.
  • Stir together the cottage cheese, sour cream.
  • Slice the black olives and add to the cottage cheese mixture.
  • Mix the spaghetti sauce and remaining tomato paste with the ziti.
  • Spray 9x13 pan with non stick spray.
  • Place half the noodles in the pan.
  • Top with meat mixture and a layer of parmesan cheese.
  • Top with the cottage cheese and sour cream mixture.
  • Top with a layer of the Mozarella cheese.
  • Top with the other half of the noodles and a final layer of parmesan cheese (the inside layers of cheese can be thin, just enough to add a cheesy layer).
  • Bake uncovered 30 minute or until hot and bubbly and cheeses are melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.1, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 68.6, Sodium 932.3, Carbohydrate 37.6, Fiber 4, Sugar 6.9, Protein 26.9

BAKED ZITI



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, diced
1 pound ground beef
1 pound Italian sausage
Two 14.5-ounce cans tomato sauce or marinara sauce
One 28-ounce can whole tomatoes with juice
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound ziti
1 1/2 pounds mozzarella, grated
One 15-ounce tub whole-milk ricotta
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, plus more for sprinkling
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and onions and saute until starting to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the ground beef and sausage and cook until browned. Drain off almost all of the fat, leaving a bit behind for flavor and moisture. Add the tomato sauce, tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes and some salt and pepper. Stir, bring to a simmer and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes. Remove 3 to 4 cups of the cooked sauce to a bowl to cool down.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add some salt. Cook the ziti until not quite al dente.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a bowl, mix 2 cups of the grated mozzarella, the ricotta, Parmesan, parsley, eggs and some salt and pepper. Stir together just a couple of times (do not mix completely).
  • Drain the pasta and rinse under cool water to stop the cooking and cool it down. Pour it into the bowl with the cheese mixture and toss to slightly combine (there should still be large lumps). Add the cooled reserved meat sauce and toss to combine.
  • Add half the coated pasta to a large casserole dish or lasagna dish. Spoon half of the remaining sauce over the top, then top with half the remaining mozzarella. Repeat with another layer of the coated pasta and the remaining sauce and mozzarella.
  • Bake until bubbling, about 20 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before sprinkling with chopped parsley to serve.

BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE



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Great ziti dish for any lover of pasta. Easy to make and 'wows' the crowd.

Provided by skentals

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package ziti
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 ½ cups tomato sauce
1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
2 cups tomato sauce, divided
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook ziti in boiling water until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 13 minutes; drain. Rinse ziti with cold water until cool; drain.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix ziti, ricotta cheese, 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, egg, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Spread 1/2 cup tomato sauce into the bottom of a 2 1/2-quart shallow baking dish. Pour ziti mixture into the dish. Top with remaining 1 1/2 cup tomato sauce and Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until sauce and cheese layer is bubbly and lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.5 calories, Carbohydrate 53.3 g, Cholesterol 59.9 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 1140.7 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

BAKED ZITI



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For an Italian classic, try this Baked Ziti recipe from Food Network Kitchen. Tossed in a zesty tomato sauce and oozing with mozzarella, it couldn't be easier.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Olive oil, for greasing
1 pound ziti
Kosher salt
3 1/2 cups Quick Tomato Sauce, recipe follows
1 pound fresh mozzarella, half cut into 1/2-inch cubes and half thinly sliced
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch crushed red pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound sweet and/or spicy Italian sausages, casing removed and sausage crumbled
1/4 medium onion, diced (about 3 tablespoons)
3 cloves garlic, chopped
One 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes in puree, roughly chopped
Sprig thyme
Sprig basil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt generously and boil the pasta until al dente (tender but still slightly firm). Drain.
  • Toss the cooked pasta with the quick tomato sauce, cubed mozzarella, half the Parmesan, all of the black pepper and crushed red pepper in a large bowl. Transfer the pasta to the prepared baking dish. Cover the top of the pasta with the sliced mozzarella and sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan. Bake until lightly browned and hot, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.
  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook the sausage until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Add the onion and garlic, stirring, until lightly browned, about 3 minutes more. Add the tomatoes and the herb sprigs and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
  • Remove and discard the herb sprigs. Stir in 2 teaspoons salt and season with pepper. Use now or store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE



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This is a standard baked ziti recipe that is inexpensive and easy for weeknights. Add a nice ceasar or green salad and dinner is done. YAY!

Provided by E.A.4957

Categories     Meat

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups dried ziti pasta
1 lb ground beef
1/2 onion, chopped very fine
2 garlic cloves (like garlic so I use 3)
26 ounces of your favorite spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.
  • Meanwhile, in large skillet, cook meat, onion, and garlic until meat is cooked thoroughly and drain.
  • In large bowl, stir together meat mixture, pasta, spaghetti sauce, wine, and seasoning.
  • Pour into 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1174.6, Fat 36.6, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 121.3, Sodium 1373.7, Carbohydrate 143.7, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 21.5, Protein 58.1

BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE



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From Butter Busters, a ziti casserole using an egg substitute. (You can also make it using eggs). Can be resized for smaller portions, or frozen.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     For Large Groups

Time 2h20m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup Butter Buds, liquid
1 cup onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 (2 lb) can Italian tomatoes, plus
3 ounces Italian tomatoes
6 ounces tomato paste
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 lb ziti pasta
2 tablespoons parsley
32 ounces ricotta cheese
2 cups mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
3 Egg Beaters egg substitute
1 tablespoon parsley
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • To make sauce:.
  • In a 6-quart pot, saute onion and garlic in liquid butter buds. Add undrained tomatoes, tomato paste, 1 1/2 cups water, 2 tablespoons parsley, sugar, oregano, basil and pepper. Mix well. Mash tomatoes. Simmer covered but stirring occasionally for 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350ºF. Cook ziti as package directs. Make cheese layer: In large bowl, combine ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/4 cup parmesan, egg beaters, parsley, and pepper. Beat with wooden spoon until blended.
  • Spoon a little sauce into a 5-quart casserole dish (or 2 9-inch square dishes) that have been sprayed with cooking spray. Layer 1/3 ziti, cheese mixture, and remaining sauce. Sprinkle part of the remaining mozzarella on top. Repeat layers 2 times, ending with mozzarella and 1/4 cup parmesan. Bake uncovered 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.9, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 43.9, Sodium 275.1, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.5, Protein 15.8

THE BEST BAKED ZITI



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I am half Italian, was raised eating the finest Italian-American cuisine, and have filmed almost 2000 recipe videos, so when you consider all of those facts, it seems incredible that I have never posted a video for baked ziti. Hopefully I make up for that long wait by posting what I think is the best version of it.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 2h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

¾ pound hot Italian sausage
¾ pound sweet Italian sausage
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
2 (24 ounce) jars prepared marinara sauce
2 cups water
1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
1 drizzle olive oil
1 ½ cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1 teaspoon chopped flat-leaf (Italian) parsley, or to taste

Steps:

  • Cut down the length of each sausage with a sharp knife. Remove and discard casings.
  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan set over high heat. Add sausages and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally and breaking up with a spatula, until the sausage begins to brown, and the onion turns translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add oregano, thyme, and rosemary and cook for 1 minute more. Pour in marinara sauce. Pour 1 cup water into each jar to rinse out remaining sauce; add to the saucepan. Stir together and bring sauce to a simmer.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low, and let simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour. Taste for seasoning and adjust if needed. Turn off heat and reserve until needed. Before using, skim any excess fat that rises to the surface.
  • While sauce simmers, bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add ziti and cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 or 2 minutes less than the directions on the package call for, about 8 minutes. Drain well and transfer into a large mixing bowl.
  • Carefully add the meat sauce and stir until thoroughly combined. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a large 9x15-inch or 9x13-inch casserole dish with a drizzle of olive oil.
  • Use a slotted spoon to transfer half of the pasta and sauce mixture to the prepared dish, then use a spatula to even out into a uniform layer. Top with 1/2 of the ricotta cheese, 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese, and then 1/2 of the grated Pecorino Romano cheese, being sure to distribute evenly. Top with the rest of the pasta and sauce mixture and give the pan a little shake to settle the sauce. Repeat the cheese application.
  • Bake in the center of the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and the casserole is piping hot, 30 to 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Top with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 627.1 calories, Carbohydrate 58.1 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 1380.1 mg, Sugar 14.4 g

BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE



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A thread in EE on everyone's best "easy" meals made me realize that I don't have enough meals like that for nights when I'm tired! I tend to make some pasta noodles and dump jarred sauce on top. Here's one I might try instead, from http://www.quickneasyrecipes.com/!

Provided by spatchcock

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

vegetable oil cooking spray
8 ounces ziti pasta, uncooked (2 cups)
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded skim-milk mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
2 cups meatless sauce (homemade or commercial brand)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil leaf
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Drain.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Spray rectangle baking dish with vegetable cooking spray.
  • In large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese, and 1 cup of the sauce, with the basil, garlic powder, and pepper.
  • Add in cooked, drained ziti, and mix well.
  • Spoon pasta mixture into casserole dish.
  • Spread remaining sauce over top of the casserole, then top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Sprinkle Parmesan on top and cover and bake for approximately 20 minutes.
  • Uncover and continue to bake an additional 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.6, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 28.2, Sodium 183.1, Carbohydrate 31.2, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 1.1, Protein 14.2

BAKED ZITI I



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A lady I worked with brought this in one day, and it was a hit. Now it is the favorite of all my dinner guests. It's great for a covered dish dinner too. I have made this also without the meat, and it is well received.

Provided by Colleen B. Smith

Categories     Pasta and Noodles     Pasta by Shape Recipes     Ziti Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound dry ziti pasta
1 onion, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
2 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
6 ounces provolone cheese, sliced
1 ½ cups sour cream
6 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • In a large skillet, brown onion and ground beef over medium heat. Add spaghetti sauce, and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer as follows: 1/2 of the ziti, Provolone cheese, sour cream, 1/2 sauce mixture, remaining ziti, mozzarella cheese and remaining sauce mixture. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cheeses are melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578.2 calories, Carbohydrate 58.4 g, Cholesterol 71.3 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 913.6 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

NICOLE'S BEST BAKED ZITI



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For Sunday suppers, team dinners, or dinner drop-offs for a friend in need, this crowd-pleasing baked ziti with sausage is hearty, rich, and flavorful. Perfectly baked pasta absorbs flavor from the tangy tomato sauce, contrasting beautifully with the creamy ricotta mixture. This budget-friendly meal tastes like you spent all day making it! Serve alongside crusty bread, an Italian salad, and a glass of red wine.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     Ziti

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
¾ pound ground Italian sausage
¾ pound ground sirloin
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
¾ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 (24 ounce) jars marinara sauce
½ cup water
1 (15 ounce) container whole milk ricotta cheese
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 large egg
1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 ½ (8 ounce) packages mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon kosher salt to the boiling water and stir in pasta. Cook until just about tender to the bite, about 8 minutes (or 1 to 2 minutes less than package instructions).
  • At the same time, heat a large, deep skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat. Add sausage and beef and cook, crumbling with the back of a spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add onion, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and pepper flakes; cook until onion is translucent and softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Drain pasta and return to the pot. Add about 1/2 cup marinara; toss to coat and let sit until needed.
  • Add remaining marinara sauce to the browned meat mixture. Pour 1/4 cup water into each jar, shake to release any leftover sauce in the jar, and pour into the skillet. Stir and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
  • Stir ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, basil, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper together in a bowl.
  • Add 2 cups meat sauce to the pasta; toss to coat.
  • Spread 1/2 cup meat sauce into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Add ½ of the pasta mixture and top with 2 cups meat sauce. Lightly dollop and spread ricotta mixture over the top and sprinkle evenly with 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese. Add remaining pasta mixture, remaining meat sauce, and remaining mozzarella on top. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly, 25 to 30 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 808.4 calories, Carbohydrate 70.2 g, Cholesterol 145.9 mg, Fat 37.2 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 45.6 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 1700.8 mg

BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE



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Love lasagna? Then you need to try our Baked Ziti Casserole! Topped with creamy ricotta cheese, filled with warm ziti noodles, and covered in a meaty red sauce, this Italian-inspired Baked Ziti Casserole is out-of-this-world. Sprinkle with fresh basil leaves for a color pop and keep your serving spoon out - there's no doubt everyone will want seconds of this comfort food casserole.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked ziti pasta (6 oz)
1 lb bulk Italian pork sausage
1 can Progresso™ (18.5 oz) heart healthy tomato soup with Parmesan
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
Chopped fresh basil leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. In 12-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink; drain. Add soup, pepper and cooked pasta; stir well.
  • In small bowl, mix ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese and egg.
  • Spoon pasta mixture into ungreased 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish. Spoon ricotta cheese mixture on top; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Spray sheet of foil with cooking spray; cover baking dish with foil, sprayed side down.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes, removing foil last 10 minutes of bake time, until cheese melts and mixture is hot and bubbly. Sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 850 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE



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Baked ziti at its best. I use low carb pasta to make it easier for diabetics to enjoy but you can certainly use whatever you enjoy. See note on bottom of directions if you don't want to use heavy cream, as you can substitute milk. I got the recipe from america's test kitchen, but added ground beef with onion as that is how I like my baked ziti.

Provided by Dissie

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb ground beef
1 onion, diced
16 ounces cottage cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/2 cups parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon salt
16 ounces ziti pasta (I use dreamfields low carb)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
5 medium garlic cloves, minced
28 ounces tomato sauce
14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped
1 teaspoon sugar
1 dash ground black pepper
3/4 teaspoon cornstarch
1 cup heavy cream
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Whisk cottage cheese, eggs, and 1 cup Parmesan together in medium bowl; set aside. Bring 4 quarts of water to boil in large Dutch oven over high heat. Stir in 1 tablespoon salt and pasta; cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta begins to soften but is not yet cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain pasta and leave in colander (do not wash Dutch oven).
  • Meanwhile, brown ground hamburger with diced onion, set aside. Heat oil and garlic in 12-inch skillet over medium heat until garlic is fragrant but not brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, oregano; and browned hamburger, simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Off heat, stir in ½ cup basil and sugar, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir cornstarch into heavy cream in small bowl; transfer mixture to now-empty Dutch oven set over medium heat. Bring to simmer and cook until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove pot from heat and add cottage cheese mixture, 1 cup of your tomato sauce mixture, and ¾ cup mozzarella, then stir to combine. Add pasta and stir to coat thoroughly with sauce.
  • Transfer pasta mixture to a prepared 13- by 9-inch baking dish and spread remaining tomato sauce evenly over pasta. Sprinkle remaining ¾ cup mozzarella and remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan over top. Cover baking dish tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Remove foil and continue to cook until cheese is bubbling and beginning to brown, about 30 minutes longer.
  • NOTE: If you don't have heavy cream, whole milk can be substituted by increasing the amount of cornstarch to 2 teaspoons and increasing the cooking time in step 3 by 1 to 2 minutes. Avoid preshredded mozzarella cheese, as it does not melt well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 771, Fat 39.8, SaturatedFat 20, Cholesterol 180.2, Sodium 2289.2, Carbohydrate 60.1, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 9.1, Protein 43.3

EASY ZITI BAKE



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I enjoy making this baked ziti recipe for family and friends. It's easy to prepare, and I like to get creative with the sauce. Sometimes I might add my home-canned tomatoes, mushrooms or vegetables. -Elaine Anderson New Galilee, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce. , In a large bowl, combine eggs, ricotta cheese, 1-1/2 cups mozzarella cheese and the Parmesan cheese. Drain pasta; add to cheese mixture and stir until blended., Spoon a third of the meat sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with half of the pasta mixture. Repeat layers. Top with remaining meat sauce., Cover and bake 40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630 calories, Fat 30g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 164mg cholesterol, Sodium 878mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 45g protein.

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BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE RECIPE | MYRECIPES
2007-09-17 Instructions Checklist. Step 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Advertisement. Step 2. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain. Step 3. Combine pasta, …
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4/5 (20)
Calories 362 per serving
Servings 4
  • Combine pasta, Basic Marinara, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 2 tablespoons Asiago, salt, pepper sauce, and turkey in a large bowl. Spoon into an 8-inch square baking dish coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and remaining 2 tablespoons Asiago. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until cheese is lightly browned. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
  • Wine note: A simple baked ziti such as this is best with a good solid red wine, preferably made from the Italian grape sangiovese (the main grape in Chianti). Sangiovese possesses a hint of acidity, which helps it pair beautifully with tomato sauces. For a fuller-bodied sangiovese, try one from California such as Eberle Sangiovese 2005 from Paso Robles ($22). --Karen MacNeil


BAKED ZITI RECIPE
2022-04-26 Preheat the oven to 425 °F. Add 4 liters of water and 1 tablespoon of salt to a large pot. Heat the brine until it boils. Add the ziti pasta and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Then drain the pasta using a colander. Rinse with cold water for about 30 seconds. Set the pasta water aside.
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BAKED ZITI - COMFORTING BAKED PASTA CASSEROLE DISH FOR COOLER …
2020-09-16 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and lightly spray a large, oven-safe casserole dish with cooking spray. Set aside. In a large pot, bring water to boil and cook pasta to al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, add sausage and ground beef and break up into little pieces with a wooden spoon or spatula.
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GREEK BAKED ZITI RECIPE | MYRECIPES
Directions. Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta in a Dutch oven according to package directions. Meanwhile, sauté onion in hot oil in large skillet over medium-high heat 4 to 5 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; sauté 30 seconds. Add beef; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until crumbled and no longer pink.
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BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE - CASSEROLE RECIPES
2022-02-08 Preheat the oven to 350F. Saute chopped onions in 2 tablespoons olive oil until translucent (2-3 minutes). Add ground beef and break it with a spatula and season with salt, pepper, garlic, and Italian herbs. Combine cooked meat with tomato sauce and chicken stock. Cook for 7 minutes.
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BAKED TORTELLINI CASSEROLE - THERESCIPES.INFO
Five Ingredient Baked Tortellini Casserole | A Wicked Whisk great www.awickedwhisk.com. HOW TO MAKE BAKED TORTELLINI CASSEROLE Preheat oven to 400 degrees and spray a 9×13 baking pan with non-stick spray. In a large skillet, brown Italian sausage for 5 to 7 minutes over medium high heat.
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BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE RECIPE | MYRECIPES
Hands On: 20 minutes Total: 30 minutes Preheat oven to 350F. Spray 8- x 8-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
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BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE | READY SET EAT
Step one. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Cook beef in large skillet over medium-high heat 7 minutes or until crumbled and no longer pink, stirring occasionally; drain. Stir in pasta sauce and tomato paste until combined.
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BAKED ZITI (EASY PASTA CASSEROLE) VIDEO
2020-09-25 Baked Ziti is an easy, saucy, and cheesy pasta casserole. This has all of the great flavors of Lasagna but is simple to prepare and serve as a pasta bake. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Baked Ziti Recipe Video: Watch Natasha make this easy baked ziti pasta casserole. This is so easy and delicious. It also ...
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GRANDMA'S BAKED ZITI - VEGETARIAN CASSEROLE, 5 INGREDIENTS
2022-01-10 Boil/cook ziti according to package instructions. In a medium bowl, mix ricotta cheese, eggs and 1 package of the shredded cheese. Set aside. In a casserole dish (I use a 14x10 " dish, or you can use 2 8x8 " dishes), spoon a small amount of sauce to slightly cover bottom of dish. Spoon in half of ziti, then evenly spread the ricotta cheese ...
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BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE RECIPE - BLOGCHEF
2015-10-14 Bring to a simmer. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread a thin layer of the sauce onto the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Dot the surface of the sauce with ricotta cheese. Add a ladle of the sauce into the pasta and stir well. Add the pasta into the casserole dish on top of the ricotta.
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EASY BAKED ZITI RECIPE - PIONEER WOMAN BAKED ZITI
2021-12-27 Stir and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes. After that time, remove 3 to 4 cups of the sauce to a different bowl to cool down. Preheat oven to 375˚. In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, 2 cups of the grated mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, and salt and pepper. Stir together just a couple of times (do not mix completely).
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BAKED ZITI WITH SAUSAGE - ONCE UPON A CHEF
2021-12-02 Preheat the oven to 425°F and set the oven rack in the middle position. Heat a large sauté pan (preferably nonstick) over medium-high heat. Crumble the sausage into the pan and cook, breaking apart with a wooden spoon, until lightly browned and just cooked through, 5 to 6 …
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RECIPE BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE - JOY BAUER
Preheat the oven to 350˚. Liberally coat a 9×13 casserole dish with nonstick oil spray, and set aside. Cook pasta to al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water. Drain the pasta and set aside. In a large pan, cook the ground turkey, using a wooden spoon to break the meat into crumbles.
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BAKED ZITI WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES - COOKIE AND KATE
2022-01-30 Drain and return the pasta to the pot. Add 2 cups of the marinara, the chopped basil, and ½ cup of the mozzarella to the pasta. Gently stir to combine. It’s assembly time! Spread 1 cup of additional marinara sauce inside a 9×13″ baker. Top with half of the pasta mixture, and gently spread it into an even layer.
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BEST VEGETARIAN BAKED ZITI - THE MEDITERRANEAN DISH
2019-10-21 2. Cook the vegetables. Grab a large skillet and heat a bit of extra virgin olive oil. Begin by cooking the onions, then add in the rest of the veggies and garlic. Season with kosher salt, oregano, and a bit of paprika. (about 8 minutes or so till veggies are nice and tender.) 3.
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BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE | MYFITNESSPAL
2016-10-12 Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 minutes or until tender. Drain and return to pot or transfer to a large bowl. While pasta cooks, spray a nonstick skillet with cooking spray, and place over medium heat. Cook turkey, onion, and garlic for 5 minutes, until turkey is crumbled and cooked through.
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BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE RECIPE {EASY POTLUCK CASSEROLE OR …
2016-01-06 Spread half the noodles in the bottom of the dish. Layer the provolone cheese, sour cream and then half the sauce on top. Add the rest of the ziti. Sprinkle 6 ounces of shredded mozzarella over top the ziti. Top with the remaining sauce, parmesan cheese and the remaining mozzarella. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.
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EASY BAKED ZITI WITH MOZZARELLA CHEESE - PREGO® PASTA SAUCES
2014-04-24 Step 1. Cook and drain the ziti according to the package directions. While the ziti is cooking, heat the oven to 350°F. Step 2. Stir the sauce, 1 cup mozzarella cheese and ziti in a large bowl. Spoon the mixture into an 11x8x2-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. Step 3.
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EASY BAKED ZITI WITH GROUND BEEF AND CHEESE RECIPE
2021-07-28 Heat the oven to 350 F. Lightly butter a 2 1/2-quart baking dish. Bring a big pot of water to a boil. The Spruce / Emily Baker. Drizzle the olive oil in a very large skillet or sauté pan and place it over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the …
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BAKED ZITI - COPYKAT RECIPES
2021-07-11 Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Sauté the ground beef, Italian sausage, and bacon in a pan over medium-high heat. Season the meat with salt and pepper. While the meat is cooking, chop onion and mushrooms and add them to the pan. Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes to the pan. Stir to combine.
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BAKED ZITI WITH MEAT SAUCE - JESSICA GAVIN
2022-02-21 Reserve 2 cups of the meat sauce. Sauce the Pasta – Add the ziti to the meat sauce and stir to combine. Set aside. Make the Cheese Mixture – In a medium-sized bowl, stir together ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, ¼ cup parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, parsley, and egg.
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WE TRIED 4 FAMOUS BAKED ZITI RECIPES - HERE'S THE BEST | KITCHN
2021-03-18 Because the tomato sauce is such a key component in this dish, I also tasted each sauce separately. Credit: Photo: Ghazalle Badiozamani; Food Styling: Pearl Jones. 1. The Speedy One: Maggiano’s Taylor Street Baked Ziti. Overall rating: 9.5/10. Get the recipe: Maggiano’s Taylor Street Baked Ziti.
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BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE | MY KITCHEN ADDICTION
2011-12-06 Freshly ground black pepper. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a 9 by 13-inch casserole dish and set aside. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. …
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A BAKED ZITI RECIPE | CANNABIS WIKI
2 days ago Preheat the oven to 425°F and move one of the racks to the middle. Heat a large pan over medium heat and gently break the sausage apart in the pan. Cook the sausage for 5-6 minutes, or until it’s lightly browned. Transfer the sausage to a plate and set it aside for now.
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BAKED ZITI WITH SAUSAGE - THE SEASONED MOM
2021-06-30 Boil the ziti in a large pot of salted water for about 1 minute less than al dente, about 9 minutes. Drain. Meanwhile, brown the Italian sausage in a large skillet or Dutch oven. Use a slotted spoon to remove the sausage from the pan, reserving about 1 …
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BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE RECIPE - RECIPES.NET
2021-09-29 Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and continue simmering for 10 minutes with occasional stirring. Add the pasta and basil into the sausage mixture; pour half of this mixture into a casserole dish. Coat the dish with half of the prepared cheese. Repeat the process for the other half of the mixture.
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BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE - CASSEROLE RECIPES
Sauté the onions and add the ground beef. Add the seasonings and garlic. Pour in the tomato sauce and cream. Pour the pasta mixture into a baking dish. Top with the cheese. Add another layer of pasta and finish with more cheese and bake.
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BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE - MIA KOUPPA, TRADITIONAL GREEK RECIPES AND …
2021-09-01 Stir the tomato paste continuously and cook for 1 minute. After the 1 minute, mix everything together. 2 tbsp ( 30 mL) olive oil, 1 bay leaf, 2 tbsp tomato paste. Add the garlic and zucchini and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring regularly. 3 garlic cloves, 1½ cups zucchini. Add the passata (or tomato sauce or marinara sauce) and the salt and pepper.
From miakouppa.com


AUTHENTIC BAKED ZITI CASSEROLE RECIPE WITH CHEESE AND MEAT
2018-03-19 In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, heavy cream, Parmigiano-Reggiano and grated mozzarella. Place about 1/4 cup of the marinara in the bottom of a 9x13 casserole dish. Place 1/3 of the cooked ziti in the dish and top with 1/3 of the sauce and 1/3 of the cheese mix. Repeat this layering process until all of the ingredients are layered into ...
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BAKED ZITI RECIPE - EASY PASTA CASSEROLE | DELICIOUSDAILYRECIPES
2022-05-13 Baked Ziti is an easy, saucy, and cheesy pasta casserole. It has all of the great flavors of lasagna but is much easier to make as a …
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RECIPE: SLOW COOKER BAKED ZITI - KITCHN
2019-05-01 Instructions. Coat a 6-quart or larger slow cooker with cooking spray. Add the ziti, marinara, ricotta, and 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese, and stir well to combine. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella. Cover and cook until the pasta is cooked through and the cheese is melted, on the LOW setting for 3 to 4 hours or on the HIGH ...
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TOP RATED BAKED ZITI - RECIPES | COOKS.COM
2022-05-09 In large bowl mix Ricotta, ... Gently fold in ziti and stir until well coated. ... evenly into dish.Top with remaining 1 1/2 cups ... with Parmesan cheese.Bake in preheated 375 degree oven ... 10 minutes before cutting.
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