Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno Recipe
Savor the creamy and cheesy delight of Olive Garden’s Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno recipe. This baked ziti dish features a rich blend of five cheeses, a savory marinara and Alfredo sauce mix, and perfectly cooked pasta for an irresistible comfort meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz 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
- 1/2 cup provolone cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Romano cheese, grated
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook ziti pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1/4 cup Parmesan, and Italian seasoning.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the cheese and sauce mixture. Toss until evenly coated.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Top with remaining mozzarella, Parmesan, provolone, and Romano cheese.
- In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the pasta.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle fresh basil or parsley over the baked ziti before serving.
- To save time, use store-bought marinara and Alfredo sauces.
- Add cooked Italian sausage or grilled chicken for a protein boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg