BAKED ZITI
A classic Italian dish, but created in no time flat! I usually double the sauce recipe and freeze the leftovers for up to 2 months. That way we can have ziti anytime of the week!
Provided by Team Rocco
Categories Penne
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- To make the Sauce:.
- In a large pot, brown Italian sausage over medium high heat until cooked through. About 5 minute.
- Reduce heat to medium, add onion and garlic. Cook until opaque. About 3-4 minute.
- Combine tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and salt/pepper with onion, garlic, meat mixture and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and cook covered for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Baked Ziti:.
- Cook pasta according to package, generally about 9-11 minutes for al dente.
- Halve the mozzarella. Cut half the portion into cubes, and the other half into thin slices (should look like discs, which will go on top of the pasta).
- Combine drained pasta with sauce, cubed mozzarella, 1/2 the parmesan cheese, and a pinch of red pepper.
- Place the combined pasta/sauce/cheese into a buttered 9x13 pan (I like to use my Le Crueset, presents better at the table).
- Top with remaining mozzarella slices and parmesan cheese.
- Bake in a 400°F oven for 45 minutes until the pasta is bubbly and the cheese is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 801.3, Fat 42.4, SaturatedFat 19.6, Cholesterol 114, Sodium 1758, Carbohydrate 59, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 3.5, Protein 45.9
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