Description
A delightful dish that combines pasta, broccoli, and a creamy Alfredo sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz ziti pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked ziti, broccoli florets, ricotta cheese, and Alfredo sauce. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition and flavor. For a lighter version, use whole wheat ziti and low-fat Alfredo sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg