How to Make Ziti with Tomato-Pesto Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’re in the mood for a comforting and flavorful pasta dish, look no further than this recipe for ziti with tomato-pesto sauce. This dish combines the satisfying chewiness of ziti pasta with the rich and tangy flavors of a homemade tomato-pesto sauce, resulting in a dish that will please even the pickiest of eaters.

Whether you’re cooking for your family, hosting a dinner party, or simply craving a hearty meal, ziti with tomato-pesto sauce is sure to be a hit. It’s a versatile dis...

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Ingredients

  • 12 ounces ziti pasta
  • 2 tablespoons pesto
  • 1 (26 ounce) jar tomato basil pasta sauce
  • salt to taste
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a saucepan over medium-low heat, mix together the pesto and basil tomato sauce. Bring to a simmer, and season with salt to taste. (You can also heat the sauce in a covered microwave-safe bowl: cook on high for one minute.)
  • Place pasta in a large serving bowl. Toss with pesto-tomato sauce. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Nutrition

    368 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 642mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 59g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 149mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 532mg