Best Cauliflower Baked Ziti #cauliflower #healthy #lowcarb #baked #ziti - Guide Recipe
Best Cauliflower Baked Ziti | Ok fine. There's not actually any ziti in this recipe. But you honestly won't even notice. The blanched cauliflower does a fine job of replacing the pasta. Just make sure to drain it well before tossing it with the sauce. #easy #recipe #cauliflower #healthy #lowcarb #baked #ziti #ricotta #cheese #diet #filling #hearty
Ingredients:
1 lb. ground beef
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 medium onion , chopped
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
pinch red pepper flakes
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes
2 tbsp. tomato paste
1 1/2 c. fresh ricotta
2 c. shredded mozzarella
2 tbsp. thinly sliced basil , plus more for garnish
1 large head of cauliflower , (about 3 cups) cut into florets , blanched , and drained well
1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan
Instructions:
- First , Preheat oven to 375°. In a large saucepan over medium heat , heat oil. Add onion and cook , stirring often , until onion is soft , about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for one minute. Add meat and season with salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink , 6 minutes. Drain fat.
- Then , Return saucepan over medium heat and add tomato paste and oregano. Cook for 2 minutes more , until slightly darkened. Add crushed tomatoes and bring sauce to a simmer , reduce heat and cook , stirring occasionally , until slightly reduced and flavors have melded , 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in basil.
- Next , In a large bowl , pour sauce over cauliflower and stir to combine. In a large baking dish , place half the cauliflower in an even layer. Dollop all over with half the ricotta , and sprinkle with half the mozzarella and Parmesan. Add the rest of the cauliflower in an even layer on top , and top with remaining cheeses.
- Then , Bake until cheese is melty and golden , 25 minutes. Garnish with basil before serving.