BAKED ZITI WITH FIRE ROASTED TOMATOES

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Fire roasted tomatoes add a rich, smoky flavor to a delicious cheesy baked pasta dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups uncooked ziti pasta (8 oz)
1/2 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef
1 large sweet onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 can (15 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato sauce
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon coarse (kosher or sea) salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (3 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Cook and drain pasta as directed on box.
  • Meanwhile, spray 12x8-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked.
  • Stir zucchini into beef mixture; cook 2 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce, tomatoes, oregano, salt and pepper. Heat to boiling. Add drained pasta; toss to coat. Spread in baking dish.
  • Cover dish tightly with foil; bake 20 minutes. Remove foil; sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered about 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 800 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

Rocky Rock
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This recipe is a winner! The ziti is cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and rich. I will definitely be making this again.


Adnan saif Raj
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I love the smoky flavor that the fire-roasted tomatoes add to this dish. It's a unique and delicious take on a classic recipe.


Bilal Aftab
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta.


Afzal Jani
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This baked ziti is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, flavorful, and always satisfies.


Julieta Jimenez
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Chukwuka precious Chiamara
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Doreen Reeny
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it!


Nagji Rajput
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This dish was amazing! The flavors were perfect and it was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


Hafeez 6t6
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best baked ziti I've ever had.


Imran Zafar
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Haris Tabish
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This baked ziti is a family favorite. We make it all the time. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Peer Sain
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great. The fire-roasted tomatoes add a really nice flavor.


Geraldine Alcaraz
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The ziti was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Kan Chana
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I made this baked ziti for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I got rave reviews. I will definitely be making it again soon.


OrangeSlices
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This baked ziti was a hit with my family! The fire-roasted tomatoes added a delicious smoky flavor, and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.


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