Baked Ziti
Jen
ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or bison
- 2 cups shredded sweet carrots
- 1 small onion, peeled and diced fine
- 2 cloves garlic, passed through a garlic press
- 1-2 Tbsp best-quality olive oil
- 26 oz can crushed tomatoes, puree in a blender
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock
- 8 oz brown-rice penne (or other whole-grain pasta)
- 2 Tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped fine
- 1/2 cup shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese (optional)
- Cooking spray
directions
- 1
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook ground meat, carrots, onion and garlic until browned. Add chicken or vegetable stock, tomatoes, pasta and basil.
- 2
Reduce heat and simmer for 30 min. or until pasta is al dente.
- 3
Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare baking dish with a alight coating of cooking spray. Turn pasta mixture into baking dish. Press down lightly with the back of a spoon.
- 4
Sprinkle with cheese, if using. Place in oven and bake for 20 min or until cheese is melted and golden.
notes
Nutritional Info: 286 Calories, 9g Fat, 4g Saturated Fat, 21g Protein, 25g Carbs, 4.5g Fiber
Source: Eat Clean Diet for Family & Kids
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