{"id":402,"date":"2024-04-10T12:50:58","date_gmt":"2024-04-10T12:50:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/care-too.com\/?p=402"},"modified":"2024-08-10T00:47:06","modified_gmt":"2024-08-10T00:47:06","slug":"healthy-baked-ziti","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/care-too.com\/index.php\/2024\/04\/10\/healthy-baked-ziti\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Baked Ziti"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"1008\" src=\"https:\/\/care-too.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/healthy-baked-ziti-9-700x1008-1.jpg\" class=\"webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin: auto;margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Comforting and delicious Healthy Baked Ziti packed with veggies, flavorful turkey sausage and makes the perfect weeknight meal the whole family will love!  Leftovers guaranteed!<\/em><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1727\" src=\"https:\/\/care-too.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/healthy-baked-ziti-9-1200x1727-1.jpg\" alt=\"Comforting and delicious Healthy Baked Ziti packed with veggies, flavorful turkey sausage and makes the perfect weeknight meal the whole family will love!  Leftovers guaranteed!\" class=\"wp-image-22966\" \/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-save-recipe cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"wpforms-container one-line save-recipe wpforms-location-save_recipe_block wpforms-render-modern\" id=\"wpforms-19619\">\n<div class=\"wpforms-head-container\">\n<div class=\"wpforms-title\">Want to save this recipe?<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpforms-description\">Just enter your email and get it sent to your inbox! 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This baked ziti recipe has all the flavor and heartiness you want in a classic ziti dish, but is made healthier with lean turkey sausage, protein-packed cottage cheese and a variety of fresh veggies.  Easy to make your family will love this!  My 4 year old gobbled it right up!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You&#8217;ll Love this Recipe<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>The ultimate comfort food lightened-up that the whole family will love!<\/li>\n<li>Packed with veggies, three types of cheeses and high in protein.<\/li>\n<li>The secret to this baked ziti is combining both marinara sauce and vodka sauce!<\/li>\n<li>Easily customizable for your family&#8217;s preferences.<\/li>\n<li>Always feeds a crowd with plenty of leftovers!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1845\" src=\"https:\/\/care-too.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/healthy-baked-ziti-5-1200x1845-1.jpg\" alt=\"Comforting and delicious Healthy Baked Ziti packed with veggies, flavorful turkey sausage and makes the perfect weeknight meal the whole family will love!  Leftovers guaranteed!\" class=\"wp-image-22943\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients You&#8217;ll Need<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>ziti noodles<\/strong> &#8211; the perfect tube shape pasta to hold on to all that sauce and cheese, feel free to use gluten-free pasta as well.<\/li>\n<li><strong>sauce<\/strong> &#8211; the secret to the incredible flavor of this sauce is using a combination of <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3TRlQ9S\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">marinara sauce<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/49qSDIN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">vodka sauce<\/a>!  I used Rao&#8217;s brand for both.<\/li>\n<li><strong>cottage cheese<\/strong> &#8211; this is in place of ricotta cheese, but you&#8217;d never know!  Packed with protein and makes this ziti so creamy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>more cheese<\/strong> &#8211; we&#8217;re also adding in a mixture of mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese for even more cheesy flavor!<\/li>\n<li><strong>veggies<\/strong> &#8211; I used a combination of chopped onion, zucchini, mushrooms and spinach, but feel free to use whatever vegetables you like best.<\/li>\n<li><strong>turkey sausage<\/strong> &#8211; I prefer using flavorful turkey sausage as it is leaner than regular sausage or ground beef and has more flavor than ground turkey.  <\/li>\n<li><strong>garlic<\/strong> &#8211; you can use fresh chopped garlic or minced garlic from the jar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>seasonings<\/strong> &#8211; you&#8217;ll need Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, salt and pepper for this recipe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>fresh basil <\/strong>&#8211; the perfect herb to finish off this dish!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-quaternary-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>If you want to make this with homemade marinara sauce, check out my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/simple-marinara-sauce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">simple marinara sauce<\/a> or this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/loaded-veggie-tomato-sauce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">loaded veggie tomato sauce<\/a> to pack in even more vegetables!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1785\" src=\"https:\/\/care-too.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/healthy-baked-ziti-4-1200x1785-1.jpg\" alt=\"Comforting and delicious Healthy Baked Ziti packed with veggies, flavorful turkey sausage and makes the perfect weeknight meal the whole family will love!  Leftovers guaranteed!\" class=\"wp-image-22942\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make Healthy Baked Ziti<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Step 1: <\/strong> Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and coat a 9&#215;13 baking dish with a little nonstick spray.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2: <\/strong> In a large skillet over medium-high heat, drizzle a little olive oil and brown the turkey sausage, cooking until crumbled and slightly cooked through.  <\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3: <\/strong> Next, add in the chopped onion, zucchini, mushrooms, garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes and salt\/pepper.  Saut\u00e9 everything together until the veggies are tender and then add in 1 cup each of the marinara sauce and vodka sauce.  Let that simmer while you prepare the pasta.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4:<\/strong>  Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.  Once the water is boiling, cook the ziti noodles until al dente, according to the package directions, and stir the pasta occasionally. When the pasta is finished cooking, use a colander to drain the water, and then transfer the pasta to the casserole dish.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 5: <\/strong> Turn off the heat of the veggie marinara mixture and add in the spinach leaves, mixing well until they start to wilt.  Transfer this mixture over the noodles in the casserole dish.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 6: <\/strong> Pour in the remaining marinara and vodka sauce, the cottage cheese and the parmesan cheese.  Mix everything well, until fully combined.  Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 7: <\/strong> Cover the ziti with foil and bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes until the casserole is hot and bubbly around the edges.  Remove the foil and broil the dish for 1-2 minutes to get the top golden and bubbly.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 8: <\/strong> Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.  Top with fresh basil and enjoy!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1724\" src=\"https:\/\/care-too.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/healthy-baked-ziti-8-1200x1724-1.jpg\" alt=\"Comforting and delicious Healthy Baked Ziti packed with veggies, flavorful turkey sausage and makes the perfect weeknight meal the whole family will love!  Leftovers guaranteed!\" class=\"wp-image-22945\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations and Substitutions<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pasta<\/strong> &#8211; if you don&#8217;t have ziti noodles, feel free to use a similar shape such as rotini, penne or fussili pasta.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Veggies<\/strong> &#8211; this baked ziti has chopped onion, zucchini, mushrooms and spinach, but feel free to add whatever vegetables you like best.  Carrots, bell peppers, broccoli and eggplant all make great choices.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Protein<\/strong> &#8211; skip the turkey sausage and use whatever ground meat you like best such as ground turkey, ground beef, chicken or even Italian sausage.<\/li>\n<li><strong> Cheese<\/strong> &#8211; feel free to use whatever type of cheese blend you&#8217;d like in this ziti!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Serve<\/h2>\n<p>This easy baked ziti may be loaded with vegetables, but I love serving this with even more fresh veggies or a salad on the side!  Here are my favorites:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/air-fryer-garlic-parmesan-brussels-sprouts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Brussels Sprouts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/perfectly-roasted-broccoli-sweet-potatoes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Perfectly Roasted Broccoli and Sweet Potatoes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/strawberry-balsamic-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Easy Balsamic Arugula Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/roasted-chickpea-kale-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Roasted Chickpea Kale Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can This Be Made Ahead of Time?<\/h2>\n<p>Yes you sure can, which is the great thing about baked ziti!  Here are some tips for prepping this baked ziti ahead of time:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Make Ahead of Time:<\/strong>  Follow the instructions and make everything as directed up until topping with mozzarella cheese.  Cover and store in the fridge until ready to bake.  I don&#8217;t recommend adding the shredded cheese until right before putting the ziti in the oven.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reheating from Fridge:  <\/strong>Remove the ziti from the fridge and let it sit out at room temp for about 30 minutes before baking or simply add 20 to 30 minutes of extra baking time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make Ahead and Freeze: <\/strong> This is a great freezer meal too!  As I said above, assemble the ziti as directed (except for topping with cheese) and let it cool completely.  Once the ziti is cooled, cover tightly with foil and store in the freezer.  When ready to enjoy, let it thaw out overnight then top with cheese and bake as directed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/care-too.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/healthy-baked-ziti-11-1200x1800-1.jpg\" alt=\"Comforting and delicious Healthy Baked Ziti packed with veggies, flavorful turkey sausage and makes the perfect weeknight meal the whole family will love!  Leftovers guaranteed!\" class=\"wp-image-22948\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prepping and Storage<\/h2>\n<p><strong>To Store: <\/strong> This healthy baked ziti will last <strong>4 to 5 days<\/strong> stored in the fridge in a sealed, airtight container or covered in aluminum foil.  When ready to enjoy leftovers, simply reheat in the oven at 350 degrees until heated through or warm up in the microwave.<\/p>\n<p><strong>To Freeze:<\/strong>  This baked ziti freezes really well too!  Make sure to cool the ziti completely and transfer to a freezer-safe container or wrap in plastic wrap then aluminum foil.  You can store the ziti in the freezer for up to <strong>2 months<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta__icon\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=&amp;media=&amp;description=\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"263\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"block-instagram-cta\">\n<div class=\"block-instagram-cta__icon\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"block-instagram-cta__content\">\n<p class=\"block-instagram-cta__title\">Follow on Instagram<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/eaturselfskinny\/\">Follow<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Pasta Recipes<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/thai-peanut-noodles-with-chicken\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saucy Peanut Noodles with Chicken<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/skillet-veggie-stuffed-shells\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Skillet Veggie and Cheese Stuffed Shells<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/roasted-veggie-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Roasted Veggie Pasta Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/creamy-butternut-squash-macaroni-cheese\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Creamy Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/easy-beef-stroganoff-casserole\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Easy Beef Stroganoff Casserole<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/one-skillet-sun-dried-tomato-chicken-gnocchi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sun Dried Tomato, Chicken and Gnocchi<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Hope you all enjoy this Healthy Baked Ziti and if you love this as much as we do, please leave me <img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/> below and don\u2019t forget to tag me on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/eaturselfskinny\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>&nbsp;using the hashtag #eatyourselfskinny! 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Leftovers guaranteed!<\/em><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">dinner, Main Course<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">Italian<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-keyword-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-keyword-label\">Keyword <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword wprm-block-text-normal\">Healthy Baked Ziti<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">45<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-22949 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"22949\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">8<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-nutrition-container wprm-recipe-calories-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-normal\">535<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-22949-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"22949\" data-servings=\"8\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">lb<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">ziti noodles<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 <\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">Tbsp <\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">lb<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">ground turkey sausage<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">yellow onion<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">medium zucchini<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">chopped into small chunks<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">8<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">petite baby bella mushrooms<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">sliced<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cloves<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">garlic<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">minced<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Italian seasoning<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">red pepper flakes (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">black pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">marinara sauce, halved<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">I used <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3TRlQ9S\">Rao&#039;s<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2 <\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">vodka sauce, halved<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">I used <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/49qSDIN\">Rao&#039;s<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2-3<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">baby spinach leaves<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 1\/2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cottage cheese (or ricotta cheese)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">parmesan cheese<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 1\/2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">mozzarella cheese<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Fresh basil<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">for serving<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-22949-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"22949\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Instructions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-22949-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and coat a 9\u00d713 baking pan with a little nonstick spray.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-22949-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>In a large skillet over medium-high heat, drizzle a little olive oil and brown the turkey sausage, cooking until crumbled and slightly cooked through.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-22949-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Next, add in the chopped onion, zucchini, mushrooms, garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes and salt\/pepper. Saut\u00e9 everything together until the veggies are tender and then add in 1 cup each of the marinara sauce and vodka sauce. Let that simmer while you prepare the pasta.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-22949-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once the water is boiling, cook the ziti noodles until al dente, according to the package directions, and stir the pasta occasionally. When the pasta is finished cooking, use a colander to drain the water, and then transfer the pasta to the casserole dish.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-22949-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Turn off the heat of the veggie marinara mixture and add in the spinach leaves, mixing well until they start to wilt. Transfer this mixture over the noodles in the casserole dish.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-22949-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Pour in the remaining marinara and vodka sauce, the cottage cheese and the parmesan cheese. Mix everything well, until fully combined. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-22949-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Cover the ziti with foil and bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes until the casserole is hot and bubbly around the edges. Remove the foil and broil the dish for 1-2 minutes to get the top golden and bubbly.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-22949-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Top with fresh basil and enjoy!<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">\/8th of recipe<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">535<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">52.3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">31.3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">23.4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6.7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">960<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3.7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/healthy-baked-ziti\/\">Healthy Baked Ziti<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\">Eat Yourself Skinny<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Comforting and delicious Healthy 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