Baked Ziti 5 Ww Points
Indulge in a comfort food classic with 'Baked Ziti 5 WW Points,' a guilt-free twist on a beloved Italian favorite. Made with hearty whole wheat ziti, creamy low-fat ricotta, and a blend of part-skim mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, this dish delivers maximum flavor with minimal points. A savory tomato sauce infused with sautéed garlic, onion, basil, and oregano adds layers of richness to every bite. Perfectly portioned into six servings, this recipe cooks up in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal dinner for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Satisfy your pasta cravings without derailing your wellness goals—this baked ziti is as wholesome as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Whole wheat ziti pasta
- 1 cup Low-fat ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 28-ounce can Crushed tomatoes, no salt added
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray and set aside.
Cook the whole wheat ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, spray a bit of cooking spray, then sauté onions until soft, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring frequently.
Add the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to combine and let simmer for 10 minutes to develop flavor.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, the tomato sauce mixture, and 1/2 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Spread half of the ziti mixture into the prepared baking dish. Dollop spoonfuls of the low-fat ricotta cheese evenly on top, then layer with the remaining ziti mixture.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese and the grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy a hearty and satisfying baked ziti while staying on track with your points plan!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1582 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 51.7 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.6 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 174 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 2466 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 191.7 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.5 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 98.9 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1816 mg | 140% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1283 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
