- 8
- Average
- 25 mins
- 10 mins
- Average budget
3.4/5
(6 Votes)
Ingredients
- 1 lb hot Italian sausage, removed from casings
- 1 (14.5-oz) can fire roasted diced tomatoes with garlic
- 1 (8-oz) can tomato sauce
- ½ (6-oz) can tomato paste
- 1 Tbsp dried Italian seasoning
- 16 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
- 4 oz fresh grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 lb dried pasta (ziti or penne are best)
- 3 cups water
- 1 (8-oz) package shredded Italian cheese blend
- basil, for garnish
Preparation
Step 1
In a large (12-inch) skillet over high heat, brown sausage, about 10 minutes. Add tomatoes, sauce, paste, Italian seasoning, dried pasta, and water. Stir to combine, cover and bring to a boil. Boil until pasta is al dente (has a little bite to it).
Step 2
Meanwhile; combine ricotta, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Stir until well incorporated.
Step 3
Stir ricotta mixture into pasta. Preheat oven to broil. Top skillet with shredded cheese and place in oven. Broil until cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Keep a close eye on it or you will have crispy cheese pretty quick.
Step 4
Garnish with basil. Serve and enjoy!
Mozzarella cheese can be substituted for ricotta cheese.