Sausage & Peppers Baked Ziti

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This healthy baked ziti recipe doesn't require any chopping and is made on the stovetop, so it is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Using whole-wheat pasta adds fiber; opt for penne if whole-wheat ziti is hard to find.

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The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters.

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Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands.

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Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings, about 1 1/2 cups each
Nutrition Profile:
High-Calcium Bone-Health Healthy Pregnancy Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity High-Fiber High-Protein Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces whole-wheat penne or ziti

  • 1 16-ounce bag frozen pepper and onion mix (not thawed)

  • 6 ounces turkey sausage (2 large links), crumbled

  • 2 8-ounce cans no-salt-added tomato sauce

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ½ cup reduced-fat cottage cheese

  • ¾ cup Italian blend shredded cheese

Directions

  1. Cook pasta in a pot of boiling water according to package directions. Drain.

  2. Meanwhile, heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add frozen vegetables and sausage; cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid from the vegetables has evaporated, 10 to 15 minutes.

  3. Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler.

  4. Stir tomato sauce, garlic powder, oregano and salt into the skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in cottage cheese and the pasta. Cook, stirring, until heated through, about 2 minutes. Top with shredded cheese.

  5. Place the skillet under the broiler to brown the cheese, 1 to 2 minutes.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, March/April 2013

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

408 Calories
10g Fat
58g Carbs
27g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size about 1 1/2 cups
Calories 408
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 58g 21%
Dietary Fiber 11g 38%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 27g 54%
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 4g 21%
Cholesterol 48mg 16%
Vitamin A 2132IU 43%
Vitamin C 44mg 49%
Folate 68mcg 17%
Sodium 702mg 31%
Calcium 272mg 21%
Iron 5mg 25%
Magnesium 125mg 30%
Potassium 763mg 16%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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