Impossible™ Italian Sausage Links Baked Ziti with gooey cheese and marinara sauce, in baking dish and served on a plate, ready to enjoy.

An Easy Meal

Impossible™ Italian Sausage Baked Ziti Recipe

6 Servings

21 Ingredients

Super Easy

By Impossible™ Foods Chef

J. Michael Melton

85’ Total time=60’ Cooking + 25’ Preparation

This American dish is inspired by the flavors of Italy. It uses al dente ziti pasta baked in layers of rich marinara sauce, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella. Each forkful delivers a perfect bite of rich tomato, melted cheeses, and a blend of Italian herbs and spices. We made this classic recipe even better by adding Impossible Sausage Links Meat From Plants.

You can use either Italian Sausage or Spicy Sausage, depending on what you're feeling. This deep dish dinner is perfect for a family dinner or meal prepping for 1 or 2. It also freezes well for future baking or reheating. To simplify the cooking process, feel free to use store bought marinara. With a hearty meal like this, you can rest assured that you'll leave the dinner table satisfied.

This recipe is made with Impossible™ Italian Sausage Links Meat From Plants

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21 Ingredients

1 Package Impossible™ Sausage Made From Plants, Italian Or Spicy (4 Links, 13.5 Oz)
1 1/2 tbsp Olive Oil
Marinara Sauce
1 lb Ziti Pasta, Cooked Al Dente
8 oz Ricotta (Or Plant-Based Ricotta)
1 lb Shredded Mozzarella (Or Plant-Based Mozzarella)
1/2 cup Grated Pecorino Romano Or Parmesan (Or Plant-Based Parmesan)
1/2 tbsp Fresh Thyme, Chopped
1/2 tbsp Fresh Basil, Chopped
1/2 tbsp Fresh Oregano, Chopped

Marinara Sauce

1 1/2 tbsp Olive Oil
1/2 cup Yellow Onion, Diced Fine
3 Cloves Garlic, Minced Fine
1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flake
1/2 cup Red Wine
3/4 cup Vegetable Stock
28 oz Can San Marzano Crushed Tomatoes
1 tbsp Fresh Thyme, Chopped
1 tbsp Fresh Basil, Chopped
1 tbsp Fresh Oregano, Chopped
Salt & Black Pepper to taste

How to prepare

Step 1: Cook the Impossible Sausage Links

Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large saute pan over medium heat, add 1 1/2 tablespoons of the oil. Place the Impossible Sausage Links in the pan and allow to sear, turning every minute or so to avoid burning and to brown on all sides, approximately 5 minutes. Turn heat to low and continue to cook approximately 5 more minutes, or until 160°F internal temperature is reached. Remove Impossible Sausage Links from the pan, and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Marinara

Add the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil. Add garlic and onion to the pan and cook until soft and translucent, stirring occasionally. Stir in crushed red pepper flakes. Deglaze the pan with red wine and cook until most of the liquid evaporates, about 3-4 minutes. Add in vegetable stock and bring to a simmer. Add crushed tomatoes and bring to boil. Reduce to a simmer, and cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. While the sauce is simmering, slice the Impossible Sausage Links about 1/2-1 inch thick and set aside. To finish the marinara, add 1 tablespoon each of the fresh herbs and season to taste with salt and pepper. Please note: to use dried herbs, cut each quantity of herb in half and add to the pan when you add the crushed red pepper flakes above.

Step 3: Assemble the Ziti

In a 9 x 13 inch baking dish, layer 2 cups marinara, then half of the cooked pasta, then half the ricotta. Evenly distribute half of the Impossible Sausage Link slices over the ricotta. Repeat with another layer of 2 cups marinara, and the remaining cooked pasta, ricotta, and Impossible Sausage Link slices.

Step 4: Top and Bake

Pour remaining sauce over the top of that layer of Impossible Sausage Links, and top with mozzarella, then pecorino or parmesan. Bake until cheese is melted and golden brown, about 25-30 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10-15 minutes prior to serving.