Mediterranean Baked Ziti with Sausage

This Baked Ziti with Black Olives, Artichokes, Cherry Tomatoes, Sausage, Spinach, and Parmesan is a hearty, flavor-packed twist on a classic comfort dish. Each bite brings together the richness of savory sausage, the briny bite of olives, and the brightness of tender vegetables. All of these ingredients are baked to perfection with melted cheese. It’s a satisfying, nutrient-dense meal that fuels both body and mind. This dish is perfect for sharing after a long day or refueling after a tough workout.

Ingredients:

• 1 box penne pasta

• 1 package sausage (usually 4 links), cut into coins

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in halves

• 2 cups artichoke hearts, cut in quarters

• 1/3 cup black olive pieces

• 2 cups spinach

• 1 can cannellini beans

• 1 bag parmesan cheese

  
  

Instructions:

1. Begin by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions. This usually takes about 11-12 minutes.

2. While the pasta is cooking, cut the sausage and vegetables. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.

3. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it. Mix the sausage and vegetable pieces into the pasta pot. Stir in half of the bag of cheese.

4. Pour the mixture of pasta, sausage, and vegetables into a large casserole dish. Top with the remaining cheese and bake for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

   
   

This recipe makes about 6 servings, providing approximately 32g of protein and 8.5g of fiber per serving.

Enjoy!

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