Question

How do you cook ziti in a skillet?

Answer 1

Cooking ziti, a type of pasta, in a skillet is a slightly different method than boiling it in water. Here's a recipe for cooking ziti in a skillet:

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces (225g) ziti pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound (450g) ground meat (such as beef, turkey, or sausage)
• 1 can (14 ounces/400g) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (8 ounces/225g) tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the ziti pasta according to the package instructions until al dente (cooked but still firm). Drain and set aside.

2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until they become translucent and fragrant.

3. Add the ground meat to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon or spatula.

4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

5. Add the cooked ziti pasta to the skillet and toss it with the sauce, ensuring that all the pasta is coated evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat the pasta through.

6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the pasta. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for a few minutes until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly.

7. Once the cheese has melted, remove the skillet from the heat. Let it sit for a few minutes to cool slightly and allow the flavors to meld together.

8. Serve the ziti directly from the skillet, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Enjoy your skillet-cooked ziti!