Ingredients for Baked Ziti With Tomato Mozzarella And Sausage
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup dry red wine
- 28 ounces crushed plum tomatoes
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
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How to Make Baked Ziti With Tomato Mozzarella And Sausage
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Lightly oil a large, shallow (9x13 inch) baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook 1 pound ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed, and 2 cloves garlic, minced. Cook, breaking up the sausage with a spoon, until browned.
- Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Drain off most of the rendered sausage fat, reserving about 1 tablespoon.
- Add 1/2 cup dry red wine to the skillet and simmer until almost evaporated.
- Stir in 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (one 28-ounce can), including their juices, and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Add 1 teaspoon dried marjoram or oregano and adjust seasoning to taste.
- In a large bowl, combine 15 ounces ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese, 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked ziti with the ricotta mixture until evenly coated.
- Stir in the sausage and tomato sauce.
- Gently fold in 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded.
- Pour the ziti mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup Pecorino Romano cheese over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
103 g
Sugar
63g
Fat
151g
Carbs
38g
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