WHITE BAKED ZITI
This is a creamy and indulgent white baked ziti with a classic bechamel base but with the addition of nutty Parmesan. Cubed mozzarella is folded into the pasta before baking to reveal surprise reservoirs of melty cheese throughout. A bit of red pepper flakes adds the right touch of heat to balance everything out.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Brush a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with oil.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt generously, add the pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and add the pasta back to the pot.
- Put the milk in a glass measuring cup and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between each, until just warm, about 2 minutes.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the flour and whisk until combined. Continue to whisk until the mixture bubbles a bit but does not brown, about 1 minute.
- Gradually pour in the warm milk while whisking constantly. Bring to a boil over high heat, whisking often and occasionally running a rubber spatula around the edges of the saucepan to prevent burning. When the sauce is boiling, reduce to a simmer over medium heat and cook until thickened to a nice coating consistency, 5 to 6 minutes.
- Remove from the heat. Add 1 cup of the Parmesan, the red pepper flakes and 2 teaspoons salt. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour the bechamel sauce over the pasta and toss to combine. Fold in the cubed mozzarella. Transfer the pasta to the prepared baking dish. Cover the top of the pasta with the sliced mozzarella and sprinkle with the remaining 1/3 cup Parmesan. Bake until lightly browned and hot, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.
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Ordoshica Floyd
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.
carlos gabriel taveras
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The sauce was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
ansniazi 426
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
Isabella Waterman
[email protected]I made this last night and it was delicious! The sauce was so creamy and cheesy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
NANA Kwame
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The sauce was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Twumasi Twumasikofi
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
Idaline
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of baked ziti, but this recipe was actually really good! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
Randy Twixt
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The sauce was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
rocket arafat
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
Leslie - Lee - Clack
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The sauce was creamy and cheesy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Zia Waqas
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The sauce was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
MITHU WORLD
[email protected]I made this last night and it was delicious! The sauce was so creamy and cheesy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Mante Stiklakyte
[email protected]This baked ziti recipe was a hit with my family! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.