Sausage & Pepper Baked Ziti Recipe

Name: Sausage & Pepper Baked Ziti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces ziti rigati pasta, uncooked; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped; 2 cubanelle peppers, chopped; 1 medim onion, chopped; 12 ounces spicy sausage or 12 ounces sweet Italian sausage, 4 links; 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese; 1 ½ cups part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded; ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated; ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped; 2 cups marinara sauce (from 24- or 26-ounce jar)

Servings: persons

8 ounces ziti rigati pasta, uncooked
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
2 cubanelle peppers, chopped
1 medim onion, chopped
12 ounces spicy sausage or 12 ounces sweet Italian sausage, 4 links
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1 ½ cups part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 cups marinara sauce (from 24- or 26-ounce jar)

1
Heat oven to 400 degrees F; cook pasta in a large pot of lightly salted water as package directs for al dente or firm texture.
2
Meanwhile, heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
3
Add peppers, onion and sausage; cook 6 minutes or until sausage is browned.
4
Remove from heat; cut sausage into 1/4-inch slices.
5
Mix ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, 3 T Parmesan and the parsley in a large bowl.
6
Drain pasta; toss with cheese mixture, sausage mixture and 1 cup marinara.
7
Pour pasta mixture into 2 quart shallow baking dish.
8
Spoon remaining sauce on top; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
9
Bake, uncovered,20 minutes or until bubbly.

520

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces ziti rigati pasta, uncooked, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped, 2 cubanelle peppers, chopped, and more.

Yes, Sausage & Pepper 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sausage & Pepper Baked Ziti

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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