Neelys Baked Ziti Recipe

Name: Neelys Baked Ziti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt; 1 pound ziti; 1 pound hot Italian turkey sausage, casing removed; 1 medium onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes; 6 ounces pesto; 15 ounces ricotta cheese; 1 (9-ounce) package washed spinach; Butter, for baking dish; 2 cups shredded mozzarella, plus more for topping; 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan, plus more for topping

Servings: persons

Salt
1 pound ziti
1 pound hot Italian turkey sausage, casing removed
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
6 ounces pesto
15 ounces ricotta cheese
1 (9-ounce) package washed spinach
Butter, for baking dish
2 cups shredded mozzarella, plus more for topping
1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan, plus more for topping

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
3
Add ziti and cook until al dente.
4
Drain in a colander.
5
In a large skillet over medium heat, saute turkey sausage.
6
Add onion and garlic and saute until the sausage is cooked through.
7
Use your spoon to break up the sausage while it cooks.
8
Add the can of diced tomatoes and pesto and let simmer for 10 minutes.
9
Add the ricotta cheese, spinach, Parmesan and mozzarella to a large bowl, and stir to combine.
10
Butter a 4-quart baking dish, add the cooked pasta, then sausage mixture and cheese mixture.
11
Top with a sprinkling of mozzarella and Parmesan.
12
Bake until completely heated through and golden and crisp on top, about 20 minutes.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salt, 1 pound ziti, 1 pound hot Italian turkey sausage, casing removed, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Neelys Baked Ziti falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Neelys Baked Ziti

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