Best 2 Zesty Ziti Recipes
Zesty ziti is a flavorful and versatile pasta dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With its tangy tomato sauce, tender ziti noodles, and a variety of colorful vegetables, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. It is a great way to use up leftover vegetables or meat, and it can also be easily customized to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you like your ziti mild or spicy, with or without meat, this recipe has something for everyone. So grab your ingredients and get ready to cook up a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love!
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ZESTY CHICKEN, BROCCOLI & ZITI
This zesty version of a childhood favorite is sure to please even the adults. Very tasty but without being too spicy for the kids. NOTE: Depending on the cajun seasoning you use, you may need to cut back on the amount in order to adjust the spice level. Some cajun seasonings are FAR stronger than others, and the one I had used was relatively mild.
Provided by C. Taylor
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Boil the pasta according to directions and when you only have about 6 minutes left, add the broccoli to the pasta and boil the remaining 6 minute and drain.
- Meanwhile, in a nonstick pan, heat the olive oil and then add the garlic, the chicken, and the spices. Cook until the chicken has cooked through and has browned. Add this to the pasta once it has been drained.
- In the same nonstick pan, over medium heat, melt the butter and then add the flour, mixing well to create a roux. Cook the flour for several minutes.
- Slowly whisk in the milk trying to avoid making any lumps, and increase the temperature to med. high.Continue to stir until the sauce starts to thicken. Add in the lemon juice, cheese and the seasonings, mixing well. Continue to cook until cheese has melted and the sauce has thickened.
- Pour sauce over chicken and ziti mixture, and gently mix well. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 845.5, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 15, Cholesterol 144.8, Sodium 530.1, Carbohydrate 83, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 3.3, Protein 55.5
ZESTY ZITI
Steps:
- In medium skillet over medium heat, cook sausage, onion, and pepper until sausage is no longer pink. Pour off fat. Add pasta sauce. Heat to a boil. Serve over macaroni. Top with grated parmesan cheese.
Tips:
- Choose the right pasta. Ziti is a great choice for this dish because it holds the sauce well and cooks evenly. However, you can also use other short pasta shapes, such as penne, rigatoni, or fusilli.
- Cook the pasta al dente. This means that the pasta should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and won't hold the sauce well.
- Make a flavorful sauce. The sauce is the key to a great ziti dish. Be sure to use a sauce that is rich, flavorful, and has a good balance of acidity and sweetness. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own.
- Add plenty of cheese. Cheese is what makes ziti so decadent and delicious. Be sure to use a good quality cheese that melts well, such as mozzarella, Parmesan, or cheddar.
- Bake the ziti until it is bubbly and golden brown. This will help to meld the flavors together and create a crispy crust on top.
Conclusion:
Ziti is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its rich, flavorful sauce, melted cheese, and crispy crust, ziti is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
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