Baked Ziti III

Health score
19%
Baked Ziti III
50 min.
8
591kcal

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Baked Ziti III: A Delectable Italian-Inspired Main Course

Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Baked Ziti III, a mouth-watering recipe that combines the classic elements of Italian cuisine with the comfort of a home-cooked meal. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dish serves 8 and is ready in just 50 minutes. Each serving contains 591 calories, offering a balanced mix of protein, fat, and carbohydrates (23.61%, 37.52%, and 38.87% respectively) to satisfy your cravings without compromise.

Prepare to be amazed by the simplicity and elegance of this recipe, which requires only a handful of ingredients, including lean ground beef, mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and a savory blend of spaghetti sauce and sour cream. The cooking process is straightforward, involving a few essential steps that culminate in a rich, bubbly casserole that's both comforting and sophisticated.

Begin by boiling the ziti pasta to al dente perfection, then brown your beef and sauté the onions in a frying pan. Simmer the sauce to meld the flavors, and finally, layer your baking dish with a medley of pasta, cheese, and sauce, finishing with a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh basil. Bake until the cheese is golden and the sauce is bubbly, and you'll have a dish that's sure to impress.

Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner looking to tackle a new challenge, Baked Ziti III is the ultimate comfort food that's bound to become a staple in your recipe collection. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to savor the deliciousness that is Baked Ziti III. Buon appetito!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • pound ground beef lean
  • ounces mozzarella cheese sliced
  •  onion chopped
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • ounces provolone cheese sliced
  • 1.5 cups cream sour
  • 56 ounce pasta sauce 
  • 16 ounce ziti dry

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • pot
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  2. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  3. In a large skillet, brown beef over medium heat.
  4. Add onions; saute until tender.
  5. Drain off fat and add spaghetti sauce; simmer for about 15 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  7. In a lightly greased 2 quart baking dish, place about half of the pasta; top with a layer of provolone and mozzarella cheese slices.
  8. Spread on a layer of half the spaghetti sauce mixture and sour cream.
  9. Cover with remaining pasta, cheese and sauce; sprinkle a layer of Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
  10. Bake in preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until cheese and sauce are bubbly; serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories591kcal
Protein23.61%
Fat37.52%
Carbs38.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.75
Glycemic Load
20.96
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.913477996121%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:591.45kcal
29.57%
Fat:24.83g
38.2%
Saturated Fat:13.28g
82.98%
Carbohydrates:57.87g
19.29%
Net Carbohydrates:52.83g
19.21%
Sugar:10.98g
12.2%
Cholesterol:97.5mg
32.5%
Sodium:1392.67mg
60.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.15g
70.3%
Selenium:57.44µg
82.06%
Phosphorus:530.54mg
53.05%
Calcium:416.2mg
41.62%
Zinc:5.87mg
39.15%
Manganese:0.78mg
39.14%
Vitamin B12:2.24µg
37.34%
Vitamin A:1552.68IU
31.05%
Vitamin B3:6.17mg
30.84%
Potassium:1045.2mg
29.86%
Vitamin B2:0.48mg
28.29%
Vitamin B6:0.56mg
28.05%
Iron:4.31mg
23.93%
Copper:0.46mg
23.11%
Magnesium:90.85mg
22.71%
Vitamin E:3.37mg
22.48%
Fiber:5.04g
20.15%
Vitamin C:15.43mg
18.71%
Vitamin B5:1.54mg
15.36%
Vitamin K:10.66µg
10.15%
Folate:40.6µg
10.15%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.95%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.86%
Source:Allrecipes