Ingredients for Baked Ziti With Spinach Sausage And Mozzarella
- 1 pound hot Italian turkey sausage
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup pesto
- 1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
- 1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
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How to Make Baked Ziti With Spinach Sausage And Mozzarella
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat.
- Add sausage, onion, and garlic. Cook, breaking up the sausage with a spoon, until sausage is browned and cooked through (about 10-12 minutes).
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- Stir in pesto sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Lightly grease the 13x9 inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked ziti, spinach, 2/3 cup mozzarella cheese, and 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese.
- Add the hot tomato sauce to the pasta mixture and gently toss until the spinach is wilted.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/3 cup mozzarella cheese and 2/3 cup Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
31 g
Sugar
23g
Fat
33g
Carbs
12g
