Cheesy Baked Ziti That Will Ignite Your Comfort Food Cravings

Indulge in this cheesy baked ziti recipe featuring ricotta stuffed zucchini for a delightful comfort food experience.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 280

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Zucchini

2 medium Zucchini Choose thick, uniform zucchinis for easier rolling.

For the Ricotta Filling

1 cup Ricotta Cheese Replace with cottage cheese for a lower-fat variation.
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Consider nutritional yeast for a vegan alternative.
1/4 cup Basil Leaves Fresh is recommended for the best taste.

For the Toppings

1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Use shredded mozzarella for a gooey topping.

For the Sauce

2 cups Tomato Sauce Opt for homemade or quality store-bought sauce.

Equipment

Baking Dish
Mandolin
mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by slicing the zucchini into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast the zucchini slices for about 10 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, and torn basil leaves.
Once the zucchini slices have cooled slightly, take a spoonful of the ricotta mixture and spread it evenly.
Pour a generous layer of tomato sauce into the bottom of a baking dish and place rolled zucchini vertically.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the rolled zucchini.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure zucchini slices are uniform in thickness and avoid over-roasting them.

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