BAKED ZITI WITH TOMATO, MOZZARELLA AND SAUSAGE
I was horrified one night to discover I had misplaced this recipe, and had to go without. So, here it is for safekeeping. Recipe originally from Fine Cooking. Although it claims to serve four, it seems to make an incredible amount. I freeze half of what it makes before baking, to be enjoyed another evening.
Provided by skat5762
Categories Cheese
Time 1h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Lightly oil a large, shallow baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- In a large skillet, heat about 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion and saute until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and crumbled sausage; saute until the sausage begins to brown.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- If the sausage renders a lot of fat, pour most of it off leaving a little to add flavor to the sauce.
- Add the red wine; boil until it is almost gone.
- Add the tomatoes with all of their juices and cook, uncovered, at a lively simmer for about 10 minutes. The sauce will thicken slightly.
- Add the marjoram or oregano and taste for seasoning.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together ricotta, about half the grated pecorino, the nutmeg, and the parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta until al dente.
- Drain well and toss it with the ricotta mixture until well coated.
- Add the sausage and sauce and mix again.
- Add the mozzarella and toss gently.
- Pour everything into the baking dish and sprinkle the remaining Pecorino on top.
- Bake uncovered until lightly browned and bubbling, about 20 minutes.
- Serve right away.
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Tawsif Ahmed
t-ahmed@gmail.comI love the fact that this recipe is customizable. I can add or subtract ingredients to suit my own taste.
Frinty Lanzy
l19@gmail.comThis baked ziti is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. I added some chopped spinach to the sauce and they didn't even notice.
Kim
kim79@yahoo.comI froze the leftover baked ziti and it turned out great when I reheated it.
April Robinson
r80@yahoo.comThis baked ziti is a great dish to make ahead of time. It reheats well, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.
Onyedikachi Emmanuel
onyedikachi@hotmail.comI served the baked ziti with a side of garlic bread. It was the perfect complement to the dish.
LUTAYA SALIMU
ls4@gmail.comI baked the ziti for an extra 10 minutes to get the cheese even more melted and bubbly.
salman Gee
g.salman76@yahoo.comI added a teaspoon of dried oregano to the sauce. It gave it a nice extra flavor.
Thit San
thit70@aol.comI'm not a big fan of ricotta cheese, so I substituted it for cottage cheese. It turned out just as good.
Kristine Calvillo
kristine_calvillo@yahoo.comThis baked ziti is a great way to use up leftover tomato sauce. I always have a jar of sauce in my fridge, so this recipe is a lifesaver.
MD Rahim hosen Rahim
r@yahoo.comI love the fact that this recipe uses fresh mozzarella cheese. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the dish.
Kubra Dikko
kubra60@gmail.comThis baked ziti is the perfect dish for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Leo00Dino
leo00dino@yahoo.comI'm always looking for new pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and it's sure to become a new favorite.
Rozlynn Garza
g-r@gmail.comI'm a vegetarian, so I substituted the sausage for mushrooms. It turned out great! The mushrooms added a nice earthy flavor to the dish.
Ahmad Jusee
jusee-a@gmail.comThis baked ziti is comfort food at its finest. It's cheesy, saucy, and oh-so-satisfying. I always feel happy after eating it.
Antoinette Walker
a_w@yahoo.comI love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can add or subtract ingredients to suit my own taste. It's also a great way to use up leftover pasta or sauce.
Bashu Devroy
bdevroy@hotmail.frThis recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the results are delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Bikash Magar
magarb@gmail.comI made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it. I especially liked the fact that it was so easy to make.
Nuruddin Molla
nm@hotmail.comThis is the best baked ziti I've ever had. The sauce was so flavorful and the cheese was perfectly melted. I highly recommend this recipe.
Mohammed Abo Elfetoh
elfetoh-m59@gmail.comI'm not a huge fan of ziti, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of the different cheeses and the sausage was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.
Joyce Graham
g.j56@gmail.comThis baked ziti was a hit with my family! The flavors of the tomato, mozzarella, and sausage were perfectly balanced. I especially loved the crispy cheese on top. I'll definitely be making this again.