Zippity-Do-Dah Baked Ziti

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3
Zippity-Do-Dah Baked Ziti - A Hearty and Flavorful Italian Dish
in Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ziti pasta
1.5 cans spaghetti sauce
1 lb Italian sausage
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
3/4 teaspoon thyme
3/4 teaspoon basil
3/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 - 1/3 cup sugar , to taste
3/4 cup cottage cheese
3/4 cup sour cream
1 package provolone cheese , sliced
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
549
Sugar
12g
Fat
31g
Zippity-Do-Dah Baked Ziti is a classic Italian dish that is known for its hearty and comforting flavors. This recipe includes ziti pasta that is layered with a savory spaghetti sauce made with Italian sausage, onions, and garlic. The dish is then topped with a layer of provolone cheese slices, dollops of cottage cheese and sour cream, and a generous helping of shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Baked to perfection, this ziti dish is a perfect family meal that can be served with a side salad or garlic bread. It's warm, hearty, and delicious - a perfect comfort food for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Boil the ziti pasta in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
3.In a large skillet, brown the Italian sausage, chopped onions, and minced garlic until no longer pink; drain any excess fat.
4.Add the spaghetti sauce to the skillet and stir in the Italian seasoning, thyme, basil, oregano, and sugar until combined.
5.In a separate bowl, mix together the cottage cheese and sour cream.
6.In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, layer half of the cooked ziti on the bottom.
7.Add a layer of sliced provolone cheese followed by half of the spaghetti sauce mixture.
8.Add the remaining ziti on top, followed by the rest of the sauce.
9.Dollop the cottage cheese and sour cream mixture over the top of the sauce and sprinkle shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese on top.
10.Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes until golden and bubbly.

PROS

This baked ziti recipe is packed with hearty, Italian flavors that will leave you feeling satisfied.

The addition of cottage cheese and sour cream makes for a creamy and rich texture.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the cheese and sausage used.

It should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this baked ziti recipe may not be the most nutritious dish, it can be enjoyed as an occasional indulgence.
The dish does contain protein from the Italian sausage and cheese, and the addition of garlic and herbs can offer some antioxidant properties.

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