Baked Ziti (Freezer Meal Exchange Club)

March 22, 2014

This hearty pasta dish is sure to be a regular in your menu. Make ahead and freeze. Then thaw overnight and bake for a cheesy, hearty meal.

1 lb. lowfat cottage cheese
2 large eggs
3 oz. grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 1/2 cups), divided
1 lb. ziti or penne
20 oz. turkey sausage
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
4 medium cloves garlic, minced or pressed
1 (28 oz) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
1 tsp. dried Italian seasoning or oregano
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1 tsp. sugar
3/4 tsp. cornstarch
1 cup whole milk
8 oz. low moisture mozzarella, cut into 1/4 inch pieces

Whisk cottage cheese, eggs, and 1 cup Parmesan together. Set aside. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Stir in the pasta and cook until pasta begins to soften but is not yet cooked through,...
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Nutritions

Calories
749

Sodium
1635mg
68% DV

Fat
47g
73% DV

Protein
42g
85% DV

Carbs
26g
9% DV

Fiber
6g
24% DV

PER SERVING ^*

% DAILY VALUE^*

Fat

Saturated Fat 28g 142%

Polysaturated Fat 4g 25%

Monosaturated Fat 15g 94%

Cholesterol 219mg 73%

Sodium 1635mg 68%

Potassium 909mg 25%

Protein 42g 85%

% DAILY VALUE^*

Total Carbohydrate

Fiber 6g 24%

Sugar 9g 18%

Vitamin A 2053IU 41%

Vitamin B6 0.37mg 18%

Vitamin C 15mg 25%

Calcium 1108mg 110%

Iron 2mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.