Baked Ziti with Broccoli & Alfredo Sauce Recipe
A comforting and flavorful dish, Baked Ziti with Broccoli & Alfredo Sauce combines tender ziti pasta and vibrant broccoli in a creamy Alfredo sauce, topped with a cheesy crust. Perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Ziti Pasta:
- 300g ziti pasta
Broccoli Florets:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
Alfredo Sauce:
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Cheese Blend:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta & Broccoli: Boil the ziti according to package instructions. Add broccoli in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix cooked ziti, broccoli, garlic, and Alfredo sauce in a bowl. Transfer to a greased baking dish.
- Top: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Garnish with basil or parsley, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Baked Ziti, Broccoli Alfredo, Pasta Bake, Comfort Food
