Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti al Forno
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
6 Servings
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Calories
713 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti al Forno
Description
The Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti al Forno assembles cooked ziti pasta lightly underdone, then mixes it with two sauces—marinara and Alfredo—along with ricotta and fontina cheeses. This blend creates a rich, creamy base balancing tomato and creamy flavors with varied cheese textures.
Over this, a topping combining shredded mozzarella, crunchy panko breadcrumbs, Romano and Parmesan cheeses, plus minced garlic is spread. Baking the dish uncovered at 375°F for about 30-35 minutes melts the cheeses into a bubbling, golden crust with a slight crisp from the breadcrumbs.
This dish works well as a satisfying main course offering layers of cheese and pasta, suitable for serving to families or guests seeking a comforting baked pasta experience. The garlic-infused topping adds an aromatic touch complementing the creamy cheeses.
Ingredients
PASTA
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 4 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup fontina cheese , shredded
TOPPING
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese , shredded
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup Romano cheese , grated
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese , grated
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Cook the pasta one minute shy of the directions on the box and drain.
- In a large metal bowl add the pasta, marinara sauce, alfredo sauce, ricotta cheese and fontina cheese and mix well.
- Add to a large oven safe skillet or 9x13 pan.
- Mix the mozzarella, panko, romano, parmesan and garlic together and add the topping over the pasta.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes uncovered until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 713 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 713kcal | 36% |
| Carbohydrates | 74g | 25% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 114mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 1827mg | 76% |
| Potassium | 732mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 1202IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 435mg | 44% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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