BAKED LEMON ZITI
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h40m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For the pasta: Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 13- by 9- by 2-inch glass or ceramic baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes.
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pancetta and cook until brown and crispy, about 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the pancetta and drain on paper towels.
- For the sauce: In a 2-quart saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth, about 2 minutes. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Add the lemon zest. Simmer over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the Parmesan, salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the cheese sauce, cooked pancetta, pasta, basil and thyme. Toss until the ingredients are coated. Stir in the lemon juice. Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with the mozzarella.
- For the topping: In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and Parmesan.
- Sprinkle the topping over the pasta mixture. Drizzle the top with olive oil and bake until the top is golden brown, 25 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes and serve.
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MedSki
[email protected]This looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.
Army production
[email protected]I tried this recipe and it was a disaster. The pasta was overcooked and the lemon flavor was overpowering. I would not recommend this recipe.
John Fourie
[email protected]This dish was a bit too lemony for my taste, but my husband loved it. The pasta was cooked perfectly, though.
Nagasha Mackie
[email protected]This was my first time making baked lemon ziti and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The lemon flavor was perfect and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
sajim mojumder
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. The lemon flavor is so refreshing and the pasta is always cooked perfectly. It's a great meal to serve for company or just for a weeknight dinner.
Saqlain Kalia
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The lemon flavor was bright and tangy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
GaryMatt Stanton
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lemon, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The lemon flavor was not overpowering at all, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
K C
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfect. The lemon flavor was just right and the pasta was cooked perfectly. My family loved it!
Samantha Wentzel
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The lemon flavor was subtle but still noticeable, and the pasta was cooked al dente. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Jared Toner
[email protected]This baked lemon ziti was a hit with my family! The lemon flavor was bright and refreshing, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.