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John's Broccoli and Ziti Casserole

By: Joan Piotti 
"This is a fast, easy pasta dish for garlic lovers. It can be served as a main dish or a side dish (for parties, etc.)."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 3.3 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (16)

What to Drink?
Wine Pinot Grigio
Prep Time:
5 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 (16 ounce) package chopped frozen broccoli, thawed
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 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.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute broccoli and garlic until tender. In a large bowl, toss together broccoli, cooked pasta, and 1 1/2 packages of shredded mozzarella. Place in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
  3. Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and lightly browned.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 654 | Total Fat: 31.3g | Cholesterol: 48mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 29, 2003 by CHARPMIND   view full review
I added boneless chicken breast to the broccoli and garlic, just to make it a little more of a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 8, 2007 by alicia   view full review
Very easy and fast! Came out good... but next time id use less olive oil, it came out a bit...
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 3.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 7, 2004 by lovetocook   view full review
I thought this recipe was too dry also. A sauce would definitely help. Thanks anyway.
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 3.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2004 by DALLASGALINCALI   view full review
Ingredients looked like I couldn't go wrong, but it came out very sticky with cheese, and dry...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 10, 2004 by LIZZIRMWEYANT   view full review
I thought this made a great meal. I served it along side of a very meaty baked pasta dish for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 22, 2005 by Kim Zielsdorff   view full review
I also added some chicken breast to make it more of a meal. It wasn't too dry to eat, but I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2004 by CAGETCHELL   view full review
I thought it was too dry. It works better as a side dish rather than a main dish.
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2008 by Maus in the Kitchen   view full review
This is my go-to "it's easy after work" recipe. Only change is that I saute the broccoli in...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2007 by Jessica N.   view full review
This was a great alternative as I needed a side without parmesan cheese with my Italian pork...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 26, 2006 by allrecipefan   view full review
I added a little alfredo sauce and chicken to this dish and it was still way too dry. I also...

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