Description
Recreate the famous Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno recipe at home with this simple guide! Packed with five cheeses, a creamy marinara sauce, and baked to perfection, this classic Italian-American dish is perfect for dinner or entertaining.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ziti pasta
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 jar (15 oz) alfredo sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
- 2 tbsp melted butter (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix marinara and alfredo sauces together. Add garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in ricotta, Parmesan, Romano, mozzarella, and provolone cheeses. Mix until well combined.
- Add the cooked ziti to the cheese and sauce mixture, tossing to coat evenly.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly.
- (Optional) Combine breadcrumbs and melted butter, then sprinkle over the top for a crispy topping.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until bubbling and golden on top.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use your favorite marinara and alfredo sauces for a personalized touch.
- Add cooked Italian sausage or chicken for extra protein.
- Serve with garlic bread and a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6 of dish)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1100mg