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Baked Ziti with Roasted Vegetables

An easy recipe for creamy baked ziti packed with flavor from roasted vegetables and marinara sauce, cooked to perfection.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Pressure Cooker

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 1 medium head of cauliflower cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into 1 inch squares
  • 1 medium yellow onion sliced into half inch wedges
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • ¼ teaspoon fine salt divided
  • 8 ounces ziti, rigatoni or penne pasta
  • 4 cups marinara sauce homemade or store-bought, divided
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil plus extra for garnish
  • 8 ounces grated part-skim mozzarella cheese divided
  • 2 cups cottage or ricotta cheese divided

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F. Toss cauliflower florets, red bell pepper squares, and onion wedges with 1 tablespoon olive oil plus half the salt. Spread these out on a baking sheet and roast for 20 to 25 minutes till tender and caramelized.
  • While the veggies roast, bring salted water to boil and cook the pasta till al dente according to the package. Drain and set that aside.
  • In a big bowl, mix 2 cups of the marinara sauce with the roasted veggies, cooked pasta, chopped basil, and half the mozzarella cheese.
  • Spread half of the remaining marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Layer your ziti mixture over that. Dollop the cottage or ricotta cheese on next evenly across the top.
  • Spread the rest of the marinara sauce over the cheese layer then sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Cover the dish tightly with foil and pop it in the oven. Bake for 20 minutes, then take off the foil and bake an extra 10 minutes till the cheese gets bubbly and golden.
  • Take the baked ziti out and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Sprinkle extra fresh basil on top for a pretty finish.

Notes

For best results, ensure to check the sealing ring for damage before use. Letting the pressure release naturally for about 10 to 15 minutes helps in maintaining texture.
Serve this dish with extra basil garnish for added flavor.