Cheater Baked Ziti

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 16

Cheater Baked Ziti for a hearty and satisfying meal

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

654

Sugar

12g

Fat

39g

Do you crave the comforting and hearty flavors of a baked ziti dish, but don't have the time to spend hours in the kitchen? Then Cheater Baked Ziti is the perfect recipe for you! This dish is a quick and easy spin on classic baked ziti, using jarred spaghetti sauce and Alfredo sauce for an easy and delicious meal the whole family will love. The hot Italian sausage adds a spicy kick, while the Italian cheese blend brings a gooey and cheesy twist on the traditional baked ziti.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.	Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
3.	In a large skillet, brown the Italian sausage over medium heat until fully cooked.
4.	Add the spaghetti sauce and Alfredo sauce to the skillet and stir until well mixed.
5.	Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir until the pasta is well-coated with sauce.
6.	Pour the entire mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the shredded Italian cheese blend on top.
7.	Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
8.	Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9.	Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

Cheater Baked Ziti is an easy and delicious alternative to traditional baked ziti.

The combination of spaghetti and Alfredo sauce with Italian sausage and cheese creates a rich and satisfying flavor.

CONS

This dish contains a lot of cheese and high-calorie sauces, making it a bit heavy and not suitable for a low-calorie diet or lactose-intolerant individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Cheater Baked Ziti may not be the healthiest option, it provides a good source of protein from the Italian sausage and cheese.
It is also a good source of carbohydrates from the ziti pasta, providing energy for your daily activities.

	1 package dry ziti pasta
	1 pound bulk hot Italian sausage
	1 jar spaghetti sauce
	1 jar Alfredo sauce
	1 package shredded Italian cheese blend