LIGHTER BAKED ZITI

April 03, 2017

Being healthy doesn’t mean needing to sacrifice flavor. This dish is substantial, full of flavor, and something you won't feel terrible about eating. Double bonus, it's health factor is increased with the addition of spinach.

12 oz pasta
28 oz crushed tomato
1 tsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
10 oz package frozen spinach, thawed
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp dried basil, or 2 tbsp. fresh basil, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
8 oz part skim ricotta
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded part skim mozzarella

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. Cook the pasta according to the directions on the box. For any baked pasta dish, I like to cook for less time than...
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Nutritions

Calories
504

Sodium
849mg
35% DV

Fat
22g
34% DV

Protein
32g
65% DV

Carbs
37g
12% DV

Fiber
3g
15% DV