Ingredients for Baked Ziti Our Way
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0 units diced tomatoes
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 0 units tomato paste
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup dry red wine
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 0 units garlic powder
- 0 units fennel seed
- 16 ounces cottage cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lb ziti pasta
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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How to Make Baked Ziti Our Way
- Saute 1 medium onion, chopped, and 4 cloves garlic, minced, with 1 lb Italian sausage (removed from casings), in 2 tablespoons olive oil until sausage is browned (about 8-10 minutes).
- Drain off excess grease if necessary.
- Add 28 ounces crushed tomatoes, 8 ounces sliced mushrooms, 1/2 cup dry red wine, 1 cup chicken broth, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Cook 1 lb ziti pasta according to package directions. Drain.
- Stir in cooked pasta, 16 ounces cottage cheese, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce.
- Pour into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with remaining 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes. Broil for the last 2-3 minutes to brown the cheese.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
73 g
Sugar
50g
Fat
51g
Carbs
23g
