Another familiar face joins us in the
DelmarvaLifeKitchen today!It’s none other than
Coast Country‘s April Brilliant, and she’s outlining some upcoming events and giveaways as well as showing us a tasty crockpot baked Ziti.Crock-Pot Baked Ziti With Three Cheeses1 lb ziti noodles uncooked or penne pasta15 oz low-fat ricotta cheese1 egg3/4 C Parmesan cheese divided1 1/2 C low-fat mozzarella cheese divided1/2 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper48 oz pasta sauce (2-24 oz jars)2 Tbs fresh basil leaves 7-8 leaves sliced thin or 1/2 tsp dried basilInstructions:1. Coat the inside of the crock pot with cooking spray.2. Rinse noodles in a colander and set aside. Do not boil.3. Combine ricotta, egg, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, salt and pepper in a bowl and set aside.4. Place half of the noodles (about 2 1/2 C) in the crock pot.5. Pour 2 cups of pasta sauce over the noodles and use a spoon to make sure the noodles and pasta sauce are evenly layered in the bottom of the crock.6. Layer half of the ricotta mixture in the cock-pot by dropping small spoonfuls and then using a back o0f a spoon or fingers to create an even layer of cheese.7. Repeat the noodle, pasta sauce and cheese layers.8. Evenly pour the remaining pasta sauce (about 1 C) over the top.9. Cook on low hear for 4 – 6 hours.10. Remove lid and sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and 1/4 C of Parmesan cheese over the top. Replace lid and allow to sit for about 10 minutes or until cheese has melted.11. Garish with basil and serve from crock pot.
