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Baked Ziti 5 Ww Points Recipe

This lightened-up Baked Ziti recipe is a Weight Watchers-friendly dream come true! Each serving boasts a satisfying 278 calories and clocks in at just 5 WW Points, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Packed with 22g of protein and 4g of fiber, this recipe is both delicious and nutritious. Get ready for a cheesy, bubbly, and utterly irresistible dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering. Inspired by aimeesadventures.com, this recipe is easy to follow and guaranteed to be a new family favorite.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 203.6 kcal
Protein 35g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Baked Ziti 5 Ww Points 83

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Ziti 5 Ww Points

  • 1 (16 ounce) package Ziti Pasta
  • 1 cup low-fat Cottage Cheese
  • 2 large Egg Whites
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh Basil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh Parsley
  • 5 tablespoons grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 (24 ounce) jar Marinara Sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded part-skim Mozzarella Cheese
  • nonstick cooking spray

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How to Make Baked Ziti 5 Ww Points

  1. Cook 1 pound ziti pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. In a large bowl, gently stir 1 (24 ounce) jar of your favorite marinara sauce into the cooked ziti.
  4. Spray an 8x8 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  5. Spoon half of the ziti mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  6. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 large egg whites, 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the ziti in the baking dish.
  8. Top with the remaining ziti mixture and pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top.
  9. Sprinkle 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
  10. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.
  11. Add 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

1g

Carbs

9g

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