Baked Ziti With Fire Roasted Tomatoes Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Ziti With Fire Roasted Tomatoes

• Extra Lean Ground Beef
• Sweet Onion
• Garlic Cloves
• 2 medium zucchini, diced
• 24 oz jar tomato sauce
• 1 (28 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes (undrained)
• Oregano Leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• Ziti Pasta
• Reduced Fat Mozzarella Cheese
• Cooking Spray

How to Make Baked Ziti With Fire Roasted Tomatoes

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Spray a 2-quart rectangular glass baking dish with cooking spray.
3. In a 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook 1 lb ground beef, 1 medium onion (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced) over medium heat, stirring frequently, until beef is browned and onion is softened (about 8-10 minutes).
4. Add 2 medium zucchini (diced) and cook for 2 minutes.
5. Stir in 24 oz jar tomato sauce, 1 (28 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
6. Bring to a simmer.
7. Add 1 lb cooked ziti pasta and toss to combine.
8. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
9. Cover with foil.
10. Bake for 20 minutes.
11. Remove foil, sprinkle with 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese.
12. Bake uncovered for 5-7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.