Ingredients
– 1 pound ziti pasta
– 2 cups broccoli florets
– 3 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Creamy Baked Ziti with Broccoli & Alfredo Sauce is simple if you follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by greasing it lightly.
2. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the ziti according to package instructions until al dente. During the last 3-4 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the water. Drain and set aside.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ziti, broccoli, Alfredo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until all ingredients are well coated.
4. Assemble the Dish: Pour half of the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese. Add the remaining pasta mixture on top, then layer with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
5. Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 23g