Ziti and Sausage Recipe

Name: Ziti and Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups uncooked ziti pasta (or other small tube pasta); 12 lb Italian sausage; ¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 2 cups milk; ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated and divided; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 2 cups small curd cottage cheese; ⅛ teaspoon pepper; 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; paprika

Servings: persons

3 cups uncooked ziti pasta (or other small tube pasta)
12 lb Italian sausage
¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 cups milk
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated and divided
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 cups small curd cottage cheese
⅛ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
paprika

1
Cook pasta according to package instructions.
2
Drain, place in medium bowl.
3
In a skillet, cook sausage over medium until no longer pink, drain.
4
Cut into 1/2 in.
5
slices.
6
In a saucepan, melt butter.
7
Stir in the flour, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until smooth; gradually add milk.
8
Bring mixture to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes, until thickened.
9
Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup Parmesean cheese.
10
Pour over pasta, toss to coat.
11
In a bowl, combine the egg, cottage cheese, parsley, and remaining Parmesean, salt and pepper.
12
Spoon half of the pasta mixture into a greased 2-1/2 quart baking dish.
13
Top with cottage cheese mixture, add sausage to the remaining pasta mixture then spoon over the top.
14
Sprinkle with Parmesean cheese and paprika.
15
Bake, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes at 350 degrees.

1269

kcal

Calories

Fat

148

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups uncooked ziti pasta (or other small tube pasta), 12 lb Italian sausage, ¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine, ¼ cup all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Ziti and Sausage 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!

Ziti and Sausage

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Variations & substitutions

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