Baked Ziti III

A delicious side or main dish with beef, basil and lots of cheese. You can substitute the beef for Italian sausage or add a combination. Serve with crusty warm bread and a green salad, if desired.

Step: 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

Step: 2

In a large skillet, brown beef over medium heat. Add onions; saute until tender. Drain off fat and add spaghetti sauce; simmer for about 15 minutes.

Step: 3

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step: 4

In a lightly greased 2 quart baking dish, place about half of the pasta; top with a layer of provolone and mozzarella cheese slices. Spread on a layer of half the spaghetti sauce mixture and sour cream.

Step: 5

Cover with remaining pasta, cheese and sauce; sprinkle a layer of Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

Step: 6

Bake in preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until cheese and sauce are bubbly; serve.

Per Serving: 761 calories; protein 36.2g; carbohydrates 74.9g; fat 34.4g; cholesterol 96mg; sodium 1258.4mg.

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