America S Test Kitchen Skillet Baked Ziti Recipe

Ingredients for America S Test Kitchen Skillet Baked Ziti

• Olive Oil
• Garlic Cloves
• Red Pepper Flakes
• Salt & Fresh Ground Pepper
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup water
• Ziti Pasta
• Heavy Cream
• Parmesan Cheese
• Fresh Basil Leaf
• Mozzarella Cheese

How to Make America S Test Kitchen Skillet Baked Ziti

1. Preheat oven to 475°F (240°C). Adjust oven rack to the middle position.
2. Heat olive oil in a 12-inch oven-safe nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, 1/2 cup water, ziti, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
4. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the ziti is almost tender, about 15-18 minutes. Adjust heat as needed to maintain a gentle simmer; add a little more water if it gets too dry.
5. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and basil.
6. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
7. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the ziti.
8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until the cheese is melted and golden brown, about 10 minutes.
9. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!