YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Lean Beef Baked Ziti with Creamy Ricotta
Enjoy a comforting yet lean twist on a classic baked ziti. This dish features savory lean ground beef, hearty whole-wheat ziti, a rich tomato marinara sauce, and dollops of creamy ricotta, all brought together with fresh spinach and basil for an added burst of flavor. It's a balanced, satisfying meal that warms you from the inside out.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Lean Ground Beef
1/2 cup Whole-Wheat Ziti (cooked)
1/4 cup Part-Skim Ricotta
1/2 cup Marinara Sauce
1 cup Fresh Spinach
1 tbsp Fresh Basil
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, cook the lean ground beef until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the marinara sauce with the cooked beef and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until just wilted.
In a baking dish, combine the cooked ziti and the beef sauce mixture. Dollop and gently fold in the part-skim ricotta throughout the dish.
Sprinkle freshly chopped basil evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until heated through and the flavors meld together.
Serve warm and enjoy your comforting, lean baked ziti.