Baked Ziti (with kale) Recipe

Name: Baked Ziti (with kale)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 oz. Ziti, cooked al dente; 1 bunch Kale, boiled and squeezed dry; 1 lb. ground Beef; 1 large Onion, chopped fine; 3 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 26 oz. Spaghetti sauce; 1 can diced Tomatoes, drained; 1 tbl. Sugar; 1 tsp. pepper and garlic salt, each; 1 tbl. Oregano; 32 oz. Ricotta; 8 oz shredded Motzarella; 8 oz Asiago or Parm, shredded; 8 oz Provolone, sliced

Servings: persons

12 oz. Ziti, cooked al dente
1 bunch Kale, boiled and squeezed dry
1 lb. ground Beef
1 large Onion, chopped fine
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 26 oz. Spaghetti sauce
1 can diced Tomatoes, drained
1 tbl. Sugar
1 tsp. pepper and garlic salt, each
1 tbl. Oregano
32 oz. Ricotta
8 oz shredded Motzarella
8 oz Asiago or Parm, shredded
8 oz Provolone, sliced

1
Brown beef with onion and garlic, drain.
2
Mix tomato products and spices, add meat.
3
Mix cheeses (except provalone) and kale.
4
Place 1 cup tomato mix in bottom of large pan.
5
Add 1/2 of ziti.
6
Add 1/2 cheese mixture.
7
Repeat, topping with sauce.
8
Cover with provolone cheese.
9
Bake 375 until bubbly and brown.
10
About 35 mins.
11
Let stand 10 mins.
12
and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 oz. Ziti, cooked al dente, 1 bunch Kale, boiled and squeezed dry, 1 lb. ground Beef, 1 large Onion, chopped fine, and more.

Yes, Baked Ziti (with kale) falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Baked Ziti (with kale)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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