JOHN'S BROCCOLI AND ZITI CASSEROLE

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This is a fast, easy pasta dish for garlic lovers. It can be served as a main dish or a side dish (for parties, etc.).

Provided by Joan Piotti

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
½ cup olive oil
1 (16 ounce) package chopped frozen broccoli, thawed
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 (8 ounce) packages shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute broccoli and garlic until tender. In a large bowl, toss together broccoli, cooked pasta, and 1 1/2 packages of shredded mozzarella. Place in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 653.6 calories, Carbohydrate 63.2 g, Cholesterol 47.8 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 485.8 mg, Sugar 4 g

sam germa
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I can't wait to try this casserole again!


Mohammed Adam
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover broccoli and ziti.


Amna Gul
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I would recommend this casserole to anyone looking for a simple and tasty dish.


srx sohel
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Overall, I thought this casserole was pretty good. It's a good option for a quick and easy meal.


Skyler Asher
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This casserole was a little too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.


Usama Mughal
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The broccoli in this casserole was a little overcooked. I think I'll cook it for less time next time.


Mb Motiyar
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This casserole was a little too cheesy for my taste. I think I'll use less cheese next time.


Ali Kingth
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I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed this casserole. The cheese sauce and ziti were delicious.


grisel M
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This casserole is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the broccoli and ziti.


MD Hridroy Hassan
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I added some cooked chicken to this casserole to make it a complete meal.


Faraz Jatt
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This casserole is perfect for a crowd. I made it for a party and it fed everyone easily.


KATRINNA ROWSER
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I used whole wheat ziti and low-fat cheese to make this casserole a little healthier.


Azaz Syed
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This casserole was easy to make and very affordable. It's a great option for a budget-friendly meal.


Uma Shrestha
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The cheese sauce was a little too thick for my liking. I think I'll use less flour next time.


blizzerds dezaster
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This casserole was a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add some extra garlic and onion next time.


Rukayat Morayo
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I've made this casserole several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite.


uchechi akpala
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and doesn't take a lot of time.


Rachael Wawira
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


S Sagor
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The broccoli and ziti were cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.