Vegetarian Ziti Gratin Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Ziti Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, thinly sliced; 4 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced; 1 small bay leaf; 1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 3 cups); 1 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into thin slices; 1 red bell pepper, cut into slivers; 4 plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped (about 1 1/4 cups); 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 cup shredded fresh basil leaves; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound ziti; 15-ounce container ricotta cheese; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan; 1 cup shredded Cheddar

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
1 small bay leaf
1 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 3 cups)
1 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into thin slices
1 red bell pepper, cut into slivers
4 plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped (about 1 1/4 cups)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 cup shredded fresh basil leaves
Freshly ground black pepper
1 pound ziti
15-ounce container ricotta cheese
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 cup shredded Cheddar

1
Over medium-low heat, add the oil to a large skillet with the onion, garlic, and bay leaf, stirring occasionally, until the onion has softened. Add the eggplant and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes or until the eggplant has softened. Stir in the zucchini, red bell pepper, tomatoes, and 1 teaspoon salt, and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the basil and a few grinds of pepper to taste.
2
Cook ziti according to the label directions. Drain the ziti, then toss with ricotta cheese, eggs, olive oil, Parmesan, and 1 teaspoon salt. Spoon half the ziti into a lightly greased 4-quart casserole. Top with the ratatouille and then the remaining ziti. Sprinkle with Cheddar. Cover and bake in a preheated 350u00b0 F oven for 20 minutes. Uncover and cook 10 minutes more.

1255

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, thinly sliced, 4 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced, 1 small bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Ziti Gratin 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.

Vegetarian Ziti Gratin

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