Description
A hearty, one-pan baked ziti loaded with savory sausage, smoky fire-roasted tomatoes, and a golden-brown cheese topping. Perfect for gatherings, this Italian-American dish blends convenience with flavor in under an hour.
Ingredients
Hot Italian sausage (halal or beef-based), 2 pounds, uncased
Hunt’s Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes, 29 ounces (2 cans, 14.5 oz)
Crushed tomatoes, 28 ounces
Ziti pasta, 1 pound
Ricotta, 16 ounces
Whole egg, 1 large
Kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon
Ground pepper, 1/2 teaspoon
Grated Parmesan, 3/4 cup
Shredded mozzarella, 12 ounces
Shredded provolone, 12 ounces
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
In a large skillet, cook sausage until browned; drain excess fat
In a pot, boil ziti in salted water until al dente; drain
In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, salt, and pepper
Combine cooked pasta, sautéed sausage, and tomatoes in a large mixing bowl
Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish
Top with mozzarella and provolone cheese
Bake for 30 minutes, then broil for 3-5 minutes until golden and bubbly
Notes
Use plant-based substitute for vegan option
Use halal Italian sausage for non-pork requirement
Substitute rigatoni or penne for ziti if unavailable
For lower fat, use part-skim ricotta and egg whites
Low-sodium tomato options available for dietary needs
Serve with garlic bread or a green salad for a complete meal
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Dinner Ideas
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving of 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg