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Baked Ziti Aimees Adventures Recipe

Craving a comforting, cheesy baked ziti without the guilt? This recipe, adapted from Aimee's Adventures (originally a Weight Watchers find!), is quick, low-fat, meatless, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for a weeknight meal, this ziti is sure to become a family favorite! Get ready for bubbly, cheesy goodness in under an hour.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 328.2 kcal
Protein 36g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baked Ziti Aimees Adventures

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How to Make Baked Ziti Aimees Adventures

  1. Cook 1 pound of 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 of low-fat cottage cheese, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Evenly spread the cheese mixture over the noodles in the baking dish.
  8. Top with the remaining ziti mixture.
  9. Pour the remaining 1 (24 ounce) jar of marinara sauce over the top.
  10. Sprinkle 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
  11. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.
  12. Add 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  13. Let the ziti stand for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

23g

Carbs

13g

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Weeknight 60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Healthy Main Dish Pasta Dietary Pasta Rice And Grains