Kittencals Freezer Baked Ziti Oamc Recipes

KITTENCAL'S FREEZER BAKED ZITI (OAMC)

Steps:

• In a large pot cook the pasta in boiling salted water until JUST al dente (leave the pasta still firm, do not overcook) drain but do NOT rinse.
• Transfer to a large bowl and mix in 2 tablespoons oil to prevent the pasta from sticking together; set adise.
• In a pot or Dutch oven cook the ground or sausage meat with chili flakes, if using and onion until beef is lightly browned; drain fat.
• Add in the garlic and bell pepper; cook stirring about 10 minutes.
• Season with seasoned salt or white salt and ground black pepper.
• Stir in the pasta sauce and reduce heat to low; simmer stirring for about 25-30 minutes.
• Mix in 2 cups of mozzarella cheese and the cooked ziti pasta.
• Divide the mixture between two greased 12-1/2 x 8-inch disposable foil pans.
• Sprinkle about 3/4 cup or to taste of Parmesan cheese over each top of pan (do not bake).
• Cool completely then cover with heavy foil, freeze until ready to use or bake one right away!.
• Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
• TO BAKE; set oven to 350 degrees F.
• Bake uncovered for about 45-50 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
• Remove from oven and sprinkle about 2 cups mozzarella cheese on top, then return to oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.

BAKED ZITI

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

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.

KITTENCAL'S BAKED POTATO CASSEROLE (RECIPEZAAR) RECIPE

Steps:

• TO SERVE HOT AS A CASSEROLE grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish (or use a casserole dish that will hold the mixture). Set oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream and melted butter, garlic powder, seasoned salt and black pepper until well combined. Mix in green onion and yellow onion. Add in the cooked cubed potatoes, cubed cheese and ham (if using) mix with a large spatula until well combined. Transfer/spread the mixture to prepared casserole dish. At this point you may cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours until ready to bake. Bake 25-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Remove from oven and sprinkle the grated cheddar on top; return to oven and bake 5-8 minutes more or until the cheese has melted. TO SERVE AS A COLD POTATO SALAD make as stated in steps 3-5 reducing the melted butter to 2 tablespoons. Place in a bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or more before serving.

KITTENCAL'S STUFFED POTATOES (OAMC, FREEZER METHOD)

Steps:

• Prick a couple of holes in each potato with a fork.
• Bake potatoes in a 350 degree oven until soft (if your potatoes are extra big this might take about 1 hour and 15 minutes or more).
• Let cool for about 20-30 minutes then slice about 1/2-inch off the top off each potato.
• Carefully scoop out the pulp with a spoon leaving about 1/4-in potato inside the shell.
• Place the pulp into a large bowl.
• In a saucepan heat the whipping cream with butter over low heat until the butter has melted; cool for about 15 minutes, then pour over the potato pulp.
• Add 1 large egg, 1 yolk, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (or more if desired) 1 cup grated cheddar cheese and finely chopped green onions.
• Using a hand mixer beat on high speed until smooth.
• Add in seasoned salt and black pepper to taste.
• Place on a baking sheet, then fill each shell with potato mixture.
• Sprinkle the tops with a small amount parmesan cheese.
• Bake in a 350 degree F oven for about 25 minutes or until the potato filling is set.
• Cool completely then freeze.
• TO SERVE; a day ahead remove from freezer and thaw the potatoes in the refrigerator overnight.
• Heat in a 300 degree oven until hot.
• Remove from oven then sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese, then return to oven for 5 minutes until the cheese has melted.
• The potatoes can also be heated in the microwave on HIGH until hot.