Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno Recipe
This Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno Recipe features a creamy, cheesy pasta bake made with five kinds of cheese, marinara, and Alfredo sauce. It's a hearty and satisfying dish that will bring the taste of your favorite Italian restaurant to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ziti pasta
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded Romano cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded Fontina cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, and ricotta cheese.
- Add cooked ziti to the sauce mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
- Layer half of the ziti mixture in a greased baking dish. Sprinkle with mozzarella, Parmesan, Romano, and Fontina cheeses.
- Add the remaining ziti mixture and top with the rest of the cheese.
- In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, melted butter, and Italian seasoning. Sprinkle over the top of the dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and bubbly. Serve hot.
Notes
- Substitute ziti pasta with penne if desired.
- Add cooked Italian sausage or chicken for extra protein.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 960mg