Barilla Ziti With Marinara Sauce Sweet Peppers Barilla Recipes

BAKED ZITI WITH CHEESE RECIPE | BARILLA

Steps:

• For the Bechamel sauce: heat butter in a medium sauce pan until melted. Add flour and stir until smooth. Cook over medium heat until light golden brown, about 6 to 7 minutes.
• Meanwhile, heat the milk in separate pan until just about to boil.
• Add milk to butter mixture 1 cup at a time, whisking continuously until very smooth and bring to a boil. Cook 30 seconds and remove from heat.
• Season with nutmeg and 2 teaspoons salt and set aside.
• Preheat the oven to 425° F.
• Bring 6 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot and add 2 tablespoons salt (optional).
• Cook pasta for 30 seconds less than the package instructions.
• Add Marinara sauce, Bechamel, mozzarella, and grated cheese to the pasta and mix well.
• Divide pasta and sauce mixture among six individual gratin dishes. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
• Bake for about 20 minutes, until bubbling and crusty on top. Serve immediately.

BARILLA® ZITI WITH MARINARA SAUCE & SWEET PEPPERS | BARILLA

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the directions.
• Meanwhile in a large skillet sauté the peppers and onion in olive oil for 4-5 minutes or until slightly browned.
• Add the marinara sauce and bring to a simmer.
• Add ½ cup of the pasta cooking water and stir to combine.
• Drain the pasta and combine with the sauce, garnish with cheese before serving.