Baked Ziti with Hidden Veggie Marinara: A Comforting Delight
Baked Ziti with Hidden Veggie Marinara is a delicious and nutritious twist on a classic dish, packed with flavor and sneaky vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 2 cups Hidden Veggie Marinara sauce
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions and drain.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked ziti, Hidden Veggie Marinara, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add sautéed vegetables to the mixture.
- Can be made ahead and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Baked Ziti, Hidden Veggie Marinara, Comfort Food, Pasta Dish