Crock Pot Ziti With Spinach, Ricotta, And Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Crock Pot Ziti With Spinach, Ricotta, And Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (I used tuttorosso brand no salt added); 1 medium whole onion, skin removed; 4 garlic cloves, smashed; 2 teaspoons sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup unsalted butter; 2 (10 ounce) boxes frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry of all liquid; 1 (15 ounce) jar ricotta cheese (I use sorrento brand); 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons olive oil; cooking spray, for greasing crock pot; 1 egg; 1 (16 ounce) box ziti pasta, rinsed with cold water in collander

Servings: persons

1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (I used tuttorosso brand no salt added)
1 medium whole onion, skin removed
4 garlic cloves, smashed
2 teaspoons sea salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup unsalted butter
2 (10 ounce) boxes frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry of all liquid
1 (15 ounce) jar ricotta cheese (I use sorrento brand)
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
cooking spray, for greasing crock pot
1 egg
1 (16 ounce) box ziti pasta, rinsed with cold water in collander

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For the sauce:
2
Heat a medium sauce pan over medium heat. Add olive oil and garlic. Brown garlic about 2 minutes then discard the garlic but reserve the oil. To the garlic flavored oil, add the crushed tomatoes, whole onion, butter, 1 teaspoons sea salt, and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer partially covered for 20 minutes. Remove onion and discard when done.
3
In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, spinach, 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoons salt and fresh ground black pepper. Mix well to combine. Add ziti, toss to combine.
4
Spray the crock pot with cooking spray. Add about 1/2 cup of sauce, then add 1/4 of the pasta mixture. Repeat 3 more layers (4 layers in total) ending with sauce. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese over the top.
5
Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours depending on your slow cooker.
6
If you have any sauce left over. Save it in case you want to add more to the finished dish.

540

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (I used tuttorosso brand no salt added), 1 medium whole onion, skin removed, 4 garlic cloves, smashed, 2 teaspoons sea salt, and more.

Yes, Crock Pot Ziti With Spinach, Ricotta, And Tomato Sauce 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.

Crock Pot Ziti With Spinach, Ricotta, And Tomato Sauce

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