Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, spinach, mushrooms, bell pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Assembly
- Drain the cooked pasta and mix it with the cheese and vegetable mixture.
- Spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Layer the pasta mixture on top of the sauce, then top with the remaining marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle additional mozzarella cheese on top if desired.
Baking
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
