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Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti al Forno – Copycat Recipe

This delicious dish combines two classic Italian sauces with five kinds of melted cheese, all baked to perfection with a crispy panko topping. Perfect for a comforting meal!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti al Forno
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6
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Ingredients

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound ziti pasta
  • 4 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups Alfredo sauce
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Fontina cheese
For the Topping
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
 

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the ziti pasta for 1 minute less than the time recommended on the package. Drain the pasta.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, ricotta cheese, and Fontina cheese. Stir well to combine.
  4. Transfer the pasta mixture to a large oven-safe skillet or a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix together the shredded mozzarella, panko breadcrumbs, grated Romano, grated Parmesan, and minced garlic.
  6. Sprinkle the cheese mixture evenly over the pasta.
  7. Bake, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dish is bubbly.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!
 
Nutrition
 Calories: 713 kcal | Carbohydrates: 74g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 1827mg | Potassium: 732mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1202 IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 435mg | Iron: 3mg
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