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low fat baked ziti with spinach

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Kelli Thomas
@kelli1
Omaha, NE

This recipe comes from SkinnyTaste- one of my new favorite websites. I didn't have ziti-so I used penne pasta. I also didn't have frozen spinach, but I had fresh and it turned out great. For a low fat pasta, this is still rich and satisfying. Nutrition: 331 calories a serving, 7 grams of fat.

(1 rating)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 30 Min

Ingredients For low fat baked ziti with spinach

  • 1 lb
    high fiber ziti pasta
  • 28 oz
    crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tsp
    olive oil
  • 3 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 10 oz
    frozen spinach, thawed (feel free to substitute fresh)
  • 1 tsp
    oregano
  • 2 Tbsp
    basil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz
    fat free ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 c
    parmesan cheese
  • 2 c
    part skim mozzarella cheese

How To Make low fat baked ziti with spinach

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 375. Cook the pasta according to package, to al dente. Drain pasta and return to pot.
  • 2
    Heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic. Add the spinach and cook until wilted (if using fresh). Add the crushed tomatoes, Salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Heat through.
  • 3
    Add the sauce to the pot with the pasta. Stir in the ricotta, half of the mozzarella, and the Parmesan cheese. Place the pasta into a greased with cooking spray 13 x 9 pan. Top with remaining mozzarella. Bake for 30 minutes or until mozzarella is melted and edges are just beginning to brown.
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