Baked Ziti with Spicy Ground Turkey

Updated at: Wed, 16 Aug 2023 21:09:34 GMT

Step 1

Heat oven to 350ºF.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Step 3

Add 1 pound ground turkey and cook until cooked through and browned, 4 to 6 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Stir in 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes and spinach reduce heat to low, and simmer while you cook the pasta.

Step 4

Add 1 pound dried ziti to the boiling water; cook until al dente, 6 to 7 minutes.

Step 5

Drain and stir into skillet with sauce. Top with thinly sliced fresh mozzarella cheese and pepperjack.

Step 6

Bake until cheese is melted and browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves and desired Italian seasoning.

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