ROASTED VEGETABLE ZITI BAKE

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This fresh-tasting and well-seasoned entree is a real crowd-pleaser. "I combine roasted vegetables, zesty sauce and just the right touch of melted cheese to create this pasta dish that's deliciously filling," says Helen Carpenter from her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 pound eggplant, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium sweet yellow peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
SAUCE:
1-1/2 cups chopped onions
2 teaspoons olive oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1 package (16 ounces) ziti or other small tube pasta
4 cups chopped fresh spinach
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray, combine the eggplant, red onion and yellow peppers. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 35-45 minutes or until edges of peppers begin to brown, stirring every 10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, saute onions in oil until tender. Add garlic, red pepper flakes and fennel; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, parsley, salt, pepper, sugar and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain., In two greased 2-qt. baking dishes, spread 1/2 cup sauce each. In each dish, layer a fourth of the pasta, a fourth of the roasted vegetables and 1/2 cup sauce. Top with 2 cups spinach and 1/2 cup sauce. Top with remaining roasted vegetables, pasta and sauce. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 497mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

AAS AHP
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I'm not a big fan of vegetables, but this dish changed my mind. The roasted vegetables were delicious and I actually ate them all.


Desha Langon
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This is a great recipe for a vegetarian meal. It's packed with vegetables and it's very flavorful.


AJAY TZ255
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try. This dish definitely fits the bill. It's delicious and it's something that I've never had before.


Anthony Okwudiri
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I made this dish for a party and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it!


Cam Davis
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also very affordable.


Kenley Thiersaint
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I'm not a big fan of ziti, but this dish was still really good. The roasted vegetables were the star of the show.


Noah Attaway
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This is a delicious and healthy recipe. I'll definitely be making it again.


Raihan Hossin
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover roasted vegetables.


Ryan Peak
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This is a great recipe for a potluck. It's easy to make and it travels well.


Alex sandford
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I'm always looking for new and easy recipes to make for my family. This dish is definitely a keeper.


Pete Hamblin
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's delicious and it's fun to make.


Sameen Sameen
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I made this dish for my picky kids and they loved it! They even ate all the vegetables.


Kamsa Monika
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This is a great recipe for a vegetarian meal. It's packed with vegetables and it's very flavorful.


lyn vasquez
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Maryana Ellis
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This dish is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


CHHOEGYAL DHOENYOE DHOENDUP
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for parties or potlucks.


Ganesh Xx
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and it's healthy too.


rjRakib Hossan
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I'm not a big fan of vegetables, but this dish changed my mind. The roasted vegetables were delicious and I actually ate them all.


MOHAMMAD RAHAMAT ALI
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big success. Everyone loved it!


Sanobar Shah
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This roasted vegetable ziti bake was a hit with my family! The vegetables were perfectly roasted and the ziti was cooked to perfection. The sauce was also very flavorful.