SPRING-SUMMER ZITI
A yummy recipe from Rachael Ray's Big Orange Book. She got tired of living half of the year without her ziti, so came up with ziti lovely in flavor! A light tomato sauce with tarragon and basil surrounds the ziti at the bottom and on the top of the serving dish. The pasta is tossed with asparagus tips, sweet ricotta, tender peas and Parmigiano. She says to keep your tissues handy, this one might bring you to tears. :)
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Cheese
Time 47m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400*F.
- Place a large pot of water over high heat and bring to a boil for pasta.
- While water is coming to a boil, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.Saute the shallots and garlic for 3-5 minutes, then stir in tomatoes and crush them with a wooden spoon or potato masher. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 5 more mintes, then stir in the tarragon and basil and remove from the heat.
- While the sauce is simmering, salt the boiling water and cook the pasta to just under al dente-a nice bite left to it. After the pasta has been cooking for 5 minutes, add the asparagus and frozen peas to the pot for a minute or two before draining. Drain the pasta and veggies.
- Add the ricotta, half the Parmigiano cheese, and the lemon zest to the hot pasta pot. return the hot pasta to the pot and stir to coat evenly.
- Pour half the tomato sauce into a large baking dish. Add all of the ziti and top with the remaining Parmigiano. Bake until the top is brown and bubbly, about 12 minutes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 628, Fat 23.6, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 60.4, Sodium 545.4, Carbohydrate 72.5, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 8.3, Protein 32.5
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Sangam Boy
[email protected]This ziti is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, creamy, and so satisfying. I love to make it on a cold winter night. It always warms me up and makes me feel happy.
Alexander S
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a success. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love that I can use different types of vegetables, depending on what I have on hand.
Siboniso Ngiba
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for quick and easy meals, and this ziti fits the bill perfectly. It's so simple to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
adedoyn ayomide
[email protected]I'm not a vegan, but I love this vegan ziti! The sauce is so rich and flavorful, and the vegetables are perfectly cooked. I would never have guessed that this dish was vegan.
Temidola Deborah
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for summer potlucks. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and it's so easy to make. I love the fresh flavors of the vegetables and the creamy sauce.
Md Kiddie
[email protected]I made this dish for a party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. I'll definitely be making this again.
Shohag Mazumder
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster! The sauce curdled, and the pasta was overcooked. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
Raja Veer15
[email protected]The instructions were a bit confusing, and the dish didn't turn out as well as I hoped. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Madison Bates
[email protected]This dish was a bit too tangy for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more creamy sauce.
Katia Taylor
[email protected]Meh.
Dora Espinos
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The flavors are incredible, and the dish is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta and vegetables, and it's always a winner.
Swagzy Official
[email protected]Easy peasy lemon squeezy! This ziti was so simple to make, even for a beginner cook like me. And the results were amazing! My family loved it.
Nikki Reed
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of ziti, but this recipe changed my mind! The combination of fresh vegetables and zesty sauce was delicious. I especially loved the crispy topping.
Courtney Williams
[email protected]This spring summer ziti was a hit at our last potluck! It was so refreshing and flavorful, with the perfect balance of tangy and creamy. I'll definitely be making this again soon.