LASAGNA-STYLE BAKED ZITI

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A vegetarian-ized version of a Real Simple recipe. I also substituted cottage cheese for ricotta because my husband doesn't like the texture of ricotta.

Provided by Ariella

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ziti pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chopped fresh oregano (optional)
1 (26 ounce) jar pasta sauce
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 (15 ounce) container low fat cottage cheese
1 (10 ounce) box frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed to remove liquid
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook the ziti according to the package instructions.
  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • In a large pot, over medium-low heat, heat the oil. Add the onion, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook until the onion is transparent, 10-12 minutes. Add the garlic and oregano (if using) and cook for 2 minutes. Add the pasta sauce and heat for 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat. Add the Parmesan, ricotta, and spinach and toss again. Spread the mixture into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish or individual ramekins and sprinkle with the mozzarella. Bake until the mozzarella melts, about 15 minutes.
  • Tip: If you prefer, substitute chopped broccoli for the spinach.
  • To Freeze: Assemble (but do not bake) the casserole. Cover tightly with two layers of aluminum foil. Store for up to 3 months.
  • To Reheat: Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or thaw partially in the microwave. Cover and heat in a 350° F oven for 1 hour. Uncover and heat until the mozzarella melts, about 10 minutes more.

hasanul jubayer
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The baked ziti was cheesy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Hari Poudel
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This lasagna-style baked ziti was a hit with my family! The flavors were so rich and satisfying, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Mandisa Mbhadu
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I'm not usually a fan of baked ziti, but this recipe changed my mind. It was cheesy, flavorful, and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Lisa Louw
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Easy to make and so delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Noxolo Fakude
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This baked ziti was a delicious and comforting meal. The sauce was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Habtamu Ayanaw
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I've been looking for a baked ziti recipe that was easy to make and delicious, and this one is it! I will definitely be making this again and again.


Md samsul Khan
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Who would have thought baked ziti could be so good? This recipe was a hit with my family and friends. Thanks for sharing!


Kadian Bryan
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Lasagna-style baked ziti, what a great idea! This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Alexandar Bhatti5911
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I'm not usually a big fan of baked ziti, but this recipe changed my mind. It was cheesy, flavorful, and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Muzi Ntuli
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This baked ziti was easy to make and so delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


khalid chishti
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I followed the recipe exactly and the baked ziti turned out perfectly. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!


Vasemaca Ramoce
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This baked ziti is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, saucy, and satisfying. I love that it's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


William Carter II
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Douglas Kaimenyi
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The baked ziti was cheesy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Ki Fowler
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The sauce was flavorful and the pasta was al dente. I highly recommend this recipe!


Branislav Paunovic
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I've made this baked ziti several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Onel kids park
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This lasagna-style baked ziti was a hit with my family! The flavors were so rich and satisfying, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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