Tuscan Ziti Bake Recipe

Name: Tuscan Ziti Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 1/2 (16-ounce) box dried ziti; 8 ounces hot Italian turkey sausage, casings removed; 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil; 5 cups thinly sliced zucchini (about 1 1/2 pounds); 2 cups sliced onions (2 large onions); 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/2 cup fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup); 2 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded (1/2 cup)

Servings: persons

Cooking spray
1/2 (16-ounce) box dried ziti
8 ounces hot Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
5 cups thinly sliced zucchini (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 cups sliced onions (2 large onions)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup)
2 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded (1/2 cup)

1
Preheat the oven to 350F.
2
Coat a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
3
Cook the pasta in boiling salted water for 6 minutes.
4
Drain well and set aside.
5
Coat a large skillet with cooking spray and set it over medium-high heat.
6
Add the sausage to the pan and cook, breaking up any lumps with the back of a spoon, until thoroughly browned, about 8 minutes.
7
Transfer the sausage to a plate and set aside.
8
Wipe out the pan with a paper towel, set over medium-high heat, and add the olive oil.
9
Add the zucchini, onions, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
10
Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and the zucchini begins to brown.
11
In a small bowl, whisk together the broth, wine, and flour.
12
Add the broth mixture to the pan with the vegetables and cook for 2 minutes.
13
Combine the vegetable mixture, pasta, sausage, and feta cheese in a large bowl; toss well.
14
Spoon the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish.
15
Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
16
Bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly and lightly browned.
17
Great for freezing!
18
See our Freezer Tips on pages 2327.
19
For quickly slicing zucchini, we love using our hand-held mandoline.
20
Just be extra careful not to move too fastthat blade is sharp!

495

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 1/2 (16-ounce) box dried ziti, 8 ounces hot Italian turkey sausage, casings removed, 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Tuscan Ziti Bake falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Tuscan Ziti Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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