
Weeknight Baked Ziti
Cheesy baked pasta with jarred marinara upgraded with sausage and fresh basil. Comfort food on a deadline.
CH 01 · DINNER SIGNAL · 40 MIN
Creamy orzo with chicken, lemon, and spinach — dinner from one pot with no pasta water to drain.
00:40:00 COOK TIME
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Cheesy baked pasta with jarred marinara upgraded with sausage and fresh basil. Comfort food on a deadline.

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