For a milder flavor, use sweet Italian sausage. Add a layer of sautéed vegetables like onions, peppers, or mushrooms for extra nutrients and flavor. Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese, such as mozzarella, provolone, or Parmesan. If you don't have Alfredo sauce on hand, you can substitute with a béchamel sauce or a creamy tomato sauce. To prevent the pasta from drying out during baking, cover the dish with foil for the first 10 minutes and remove it for the last 5 minutes to brown the cheese.
Cheater Baked Ziti
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME35 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS193
Craving a comforting baked ziti but short on time and ingredients? This streamlined version delivers all the satisfying flavors of the classic without the fuss of ricotta cheese. Perfect for a weeknight family dinner!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate55 g
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Cholesterol75 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein25 g
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Saturated Fat15 g
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Sodium1372 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat36 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 12 mins Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti and cook until al dente, about 12 minutes. Drain well. (Cook time: 12 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 8 mins While pasta cooks, brown Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess grease. (Cook time: 8 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Stir cooked pasta, sausage, spaghetti sauce, and Alfredo sauce into the skillet. Transfer to a large baking dish and top with Italian cheese blend. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 15 mins Bake until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Let stand for a few minutes before serving. (Bake time: 15 minutes)
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Cathryn Stiedemannprosacco
Dec 18, 2024I added some spinach and mushrooms to the sauce for extra veggies, and it turned out great!
Harley Schoen
May 28, 2024Next time, I'll try using a different type of pasta, like penne or rigatoni.
Mallie Doyle
Jan 28, 2024I was skeptical about skipping the ricotta, but this was surprisingly good. It's a great weeknight meal when you're short on time.
Mylene Gerlach
Oct 13, 2023This recipe was so easy and delicious! My kids loved it, and it's definitely going into our regular dinner rotation.