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Baked Ziti Goes Southwest




Source of Recipe


"Shared by: Kathleen"/Recipe By : The Meatless Gourmet: Easy Lowfat Favorites by Hinman


Recipe Introduction


"5 Points Per Serving" Weight Watchers/Serving Size : 6




Recipe Link: http://www.angelfire.com/journal/wwrecipes/50.htm

List of Ingredients




8 ounces ziti pasta -- uncooked
8 ounces tomato sauce -- salt free or regular
8 ounces salsa -- hot or mild
3/4 cup fat-free ricotta cheese
1 cup fat-free mozzarella cheese
11 ounces canned corn -- drained
4 ounces green chili peppers -- drained, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons fat-free parmesan cheese -- grated


Recipe



Cook pasta according to package directions, using the shorter amount of cooking time
given. Drain.
Preheat oven to 375ºF.
Lightly oil an 8-inch square baking pan or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
Combine tomato sauce and salsa in a small bowl.
In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese with half of the mozzarella cheese.
Stir in half the sauce, along with the corn, chilies, oregano, and pepper.
Add the cooked ziti and mix well.
Spoon into prepared casserole. Spread remaining sauce over top of casserole, then
sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese and then Parmesan cheese.
Cover and bake 20 minutes.
Uncover and continue to bake 15 more minutes.