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One Pot Baked Ziti

Author: Kara

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 2 cloves garlic minced (1 teaspoon minced garlic)
  • 1/2 onion chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 cups water
  • 3-4 cups fresh spinach
  • 12 ounces ziti pasta
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • Garnish with fresh basil
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Instructions

  • Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat.  Add Italian sausage and cook until browned.
  • Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for 1-2 minutes.  Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir in marinara sauce, oregano, and basil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5-10 minutes.
  • Add water and dry pasta to skillet.  Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  • Once mixture reaches a boil, reduce heat to a low boil, cover, and cook until pasta is tender.
  • Stir in spinach and Parmesan cheese.  Cook for 2-3 minutes, until spinach has wilted.
  • Remove from heat. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over pasta and cover until cheese has melted.