Gluten Free Dairy Free Baked Ziti

Total time1 hr 25 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time55 min

This baked ziti layers savory Italian sausage simmered in a rich tomato sauce with garlic, oregano, and a pinch of red pepper flakes for warmth. Tender pasta gets tossed right into that sauce before it's layered with creamy ricotta-style dollops, a golden blanket of melty shredded cheese, and a savory hit of nutritional yeast for depth. Baked covered first and then uncovered until the top turns bubbly and deeply golden, it comes out of the oven with clean, set layers that hold together beautifully when scooped. A scatter of fresh torn basil on top brightens every bite. It's a cozy, crowd-pleasing casserole that works perfectly for a gluten free dinner table, no matter who you're feeding.

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Ingredients

6 servings

For the pasta

1 lb ziti pasta
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1 tbsp salt

For the sauce

1 lb italian sausage, casings removed
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

For the assembly

1 ½ cups dairy free ricotta cheese
1 ½ cups dairy free mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
2 tbsp nutritional yeast

For serving

¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn (optional)

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add 1 tbsp salt, and cook the ziti for 2 minutes less than the package directions indicate, until just shy of al dente — it will finish cooking in the oven. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta through a colander and set aside.
2
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon, for 6–8 minutes, until browned throughout with no pink remaining and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Transfer the sausage to a plate, leaving the drippings in the skillet.

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