Ingredients

  • 1 lb ziti pasta (uncooked)
  • 1 (12 ounce) bag fresh broccoli florets
  • SAUCE
  • 1 (26 ounce) jar pasta sauce (I love a Newman's Own Basil & Tomato)
  • 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 3 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, diced
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese (grated)

Method

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of water as package directs; adding broccoli 4 minutes before pasta is done.
  • Mix pasta sauce and the ricotta in a large saucepan; cooking over medium-low heat until hot.
  • Drain pasta and broccoli; return to pot.
  • Add sauce mixture; toss to mix and coat.
  • IMMEDIATELY add mozzarella and about half the parsley and Parmesan; stir until mozzarella melts.
  • Transfer to a large serving bowl and sprinkle with remaining parsley and Parmesan.