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Baked Ziti with Ground Turkey and Spinach
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • 9x13 baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces ziti pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • 5 ounces fresh spinach
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish. Cook the ziti in a large pot of salted boiling water until just al dente, then drain and set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up as it browns.
  • Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the onion softens.
  • Pour in the marinara sauce and add the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir in the fresh spinach and let it wilt for 2 minutes.
  • Remove the skillet from heat. Mix the cooked ziti and ricotta cheese into the sauce until evenly combined.
  • Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the top.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and lightly golden. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Stir the spinach in right after the sauce so it wilts evenly without turning mushy. If the mixture looks dry before baking, add a splash of pasta water. Leftovers reheat well in the oven at 350 degrees with a cover to keep the pasta moist.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Equipment: Large pot, Large skillet, 9x13 baking dish