BAKED ZITI WITH CRUNCHY ITALIAN SALAD AND GARLIC BREAD

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The classic Italian supper comes together remarkably quickly -- garlic bread bakes alongside the ziti, and a green salad is tossed in mere minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Coarse salt and ground pepper
8 ounces ziti rigate (ridged) or other short pasta
1 cup part-skim ricotta
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella
1 jar (24 to 26 ounces) best-quality tomato sauce (about 3 1/2 cups)
1/2 loaf italian bread (5 ounces)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 head Belgian endive, stem end trimmed, thinly sliced
2 bunches arugula (3 1/2 ounces total), thick stems removed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, according to package instructions; drain and reserve.
  • In a small bowl, combine ricotta, egg, 1/4 cup Parmesan, and half the mozzarella; season with salt and pepper.
  • In the bottom of a shallow 2-quart casserole dish, spread half the tomato sauce. Top with ziti, then ricotta mixture and remaining sauce. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan and remaining mozzarella. Place casserole on a rimmed baking sheet, and bake until top is browned and sauce is bubbling, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare garlic bread: Make deep, even cuts into the bread, about 1/2 inch apart, without cutting through the bottom. In a small bowl, combine butter and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Brush garlic butter between cuts in bread. Wrap bread loosely in aluminum foil, and bake with ziti during last 10 minutes of baking.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil; season with salt and pepper. Add endive and arugula, and toss to coat. Serve baked ziti with salad and garlic bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 735 g, Fat 30 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 36 g

Naol Ashenafi
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The ziti was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful and cheesy. The salad was a nice addition, and the garlic bread was a hit.


Thulaganyo Phillipine
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This was my first time making baked ziti, and it turned out perfectly. The instructions were easy to follow, and the dish was ready in no time. I will definitely be making this again.


Asher Carr
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I'm not a huge fan of ziti, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures was amazing. I especially loved the crunchy Italian salad.


Amjad Muhmand
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I used whole wheat ziti and a low-fat cheese blend, and it was still delicious. The salad was a nice addition, and the garlic bread was a must-have.


Samira Hossain
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The ziti is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is flavorful and cheesy. The salad is a nice addition, and the garlic bread is a must-have.


Osama Rauf
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This is my go-to recipe for baked ziti. It's always a crowd-pleaser. The ziti is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is cheesy and flavorful. The salad is a great way to lighten things up, and the garlic bread is the perfect finishing touch.


Yoser Kh
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The ziti was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful and cheesy. The salad was a nice addition, and the garlic bread was a hit.


CHEF OBIRAM
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This was my first time making baked ziti, and it turned out perfectly. The instructions were easy to follow, and the dish was ready in no time. I will definitely be making this again.


Noman Shanpori
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I'm not a huge fan of ziti, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures was amazing. I especially loved the crunchy Italian salad.


Nefertia Pauldon
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I used whole wheat ziti and a low-fat cheese blend, and it was still delicious. The salad was a nice addition, and the garlic bread was a must-have.


Lamont Morris
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The ziti is cheesy and flavorful, and the salad is a great way to lighten things up. The garlic bread is the perfect finishing touch.


Bethi Rani
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This baked ziti was a hit with my family! The crunchy Italian salad and garlic bread were the perfect sides. I will definitely be making this again.