OVER-THE-TOP BAKED ZITI

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I adapted a ziti recipe to remove ingredients my kids did not like, such as ground beef, garlic and onions. The revised recipe was a success not only with my family but at potlucks, too. It's so versatile: You can use jarred sauce, double or triple the recipe, and even freeze it. —Kimberley Pitman, Smyrna, Delaware Field Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cans (29 ounces each) tomato puree
1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons dried oregano
4 teaspoons sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
ZITI:
1 package (16 ounces) ziti
1 large egg, beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Additional minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours., Cook ziti according to package directions. In a large bowl, combine the egg, ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper and 5 cups sauce. Drain ziti; stir into cheese mixture., Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Pour remaining sauce over the top; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly. Garnish with additional parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 826mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Tuhin Ahmed
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This baked ziti is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, cheesy, and filling.


Bright Agbotokor
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I made this baked ziti for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.


Md Mizu Ahamed AkasH
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This baked ziti recipe is a winner! It's cheesy, flavorful, and easy to make. I highly recommend it.


Samjhana Thapa
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I've never made baked ziti before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great and my family loved it.


Numvula Khodumo
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This baked ziti was so easy to make and it was delicious! I will definitely be making this again.


Ashish snr
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I love baked ziti and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. It's easy to make and always turns out great.


Mihai Mihai
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This recipe is a great starting point for baked ziti. I made a few changes, like adding more garlic and oregano, and it turned out delicious.


md Akkas
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I'm not a fan of baked ziti, but this recipe was actually pretty good. The sauce was flavorful and the ziti was cooked perfectly.


Nickoy Sinclair
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This baked ziti was a disappointment. The sauce was bland and the ziti was overcooked.


Fawzia aisha allykhan kali
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I followed the recipe exactly and the baked ziti turned out great. It was a little too cheesy for my taste, but my husband loved it.


Quinton Cleary
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This recipe is amazing! The ziti was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Mubee Comadian
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I've made this baked ziti several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Shahid Akhter
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This baked ziti recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and so delicious. My family loved it.