YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Healthy Baked Ziti with Lean Ground Beef and Ricotta
Enjoy a delicious twist on a classic baked ziti that features lean ground beef, whole wheat pasta, and a creamy ricotta topping. This dish is packed with flavor, vibrant tomato sauce, and a burst of fresh spinach, making it a hearty yet balanced meal that perfectly fits your nutritional goals.
INGREDIENTS
3 oz Lean Ground Beef
1 cup cooked Whole Wheat Ziti
1/2 cup Tomato Sauce
1/4 cup Part-skim Ricotta Cheese
1 cup Fresh Spinach
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
Cook the whole wheat ziti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the lean ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
Add tomato sauce to the beef, stirring to combine, and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes. If desired, add a pinch of salt, pepper, and dried herbs.
Fold in fresh spinach to the beef and sauce mixture until just wilted.
In a baking dish, layer the cooked pasta with the beef and sauce mixture, then dollop the ricotta cheese on top.
Mix gently to combine the layers and distribute the ricotta throughout.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the dish is heated through and bubbling.
Remove from the oven and serve warm.