PEPPERONI ZITI CASSEROLE

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I took a traditional family recipe and put my own nutritious spin on it to create this casserole. The chopped spinach and turkey pepperoni add color and flair. -Andrea Abrahamsen, Brentwood, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (1 pound) uncooked ziti or small tube pasta
1/2 pound lean ground turkey
2 cans (one 29 ounces, one 8 ounces) tomato sauce, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
5 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
4 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 ounces sliced turkey pepperoni

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook turkey over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the 29-oz. can tomato sauce, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, mushrooms, spinach, ricotta cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic, garlic powder, pepper flakes and pepper. Drain pasta; fold into turkey mixture., Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine the water and remaining tomato sauce; pour over pasta mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and remaining mozzarella cheese. Top with pepperoni. , Cover and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly. Uncover; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 795mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ian Kiyimba
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I'd give this casserole a 4 out of 5 stars. It was easy to make and tasted great. I would definitely make it again.


Obike Divine
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Overall, this casserole was a success. It was easy to make and the flavor was great. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Habib Ullah khan
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This casserole was easy to make and very satisfying. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. The pepperoni added just the right amount of spice. I'll definitely be making this again.


sunny Yadav
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I made this casserole for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best pasta dish I've ever made. I'll definitely be making it again.


anjing Liu
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This casserole was a little bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and Italian seasoning to the sauce, and it turned out much better. I'll definitely be making it again.


Vinnie Zechella
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I'm a vegetarian, so I used tofu instead of pepperoni. It turned out really well! The tofu absorbed the flavors of the sauce and the cheese. I'll definitely be making this again.


Kasid Khan
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This casserole was easy to make and very tasty. I used a jar of Alfredo sauce instead of making my own, and it turned out great. I also added some chopped bell peppers and onions to the sauce. I'll definitely be making this again.


humza merani
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I even got a few requests for the recipe. I'll definitely be making it again.


Famille Bitton
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This dish was a little too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. He said it was one of the best things I've ever made. I'll probably make it again, but I'll use less pepperoni next time.


Neil Subedi
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I'm not much of a cook, but I was able to make this casserole without any problems. It turned out great! My husband and kids loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


Siva Dharanai
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This pepperoni ziti casserole was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and so delicious. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. The pepperoni added just the right amount of spice. I will definitely be making this again.


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