Print

Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

This copycat Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno recipe delivers the creamy, cheesy, and baked Italian comfort food experience you love.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ziti pasta
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup alfredo sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup Romano cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook ziti pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, mix marinara sauce, alfredo sauce, ricotta cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Add cooked ziti to the sauce mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  5. In a greased baking dish, layer half of the ziti mixture, then sprinkle half of the mozzarella, provolone, Parmesan, and Romano cheeses.
  6. Add the remaining ziti mixture, then top with the remaining cheeses.
  7. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs with melted butter, then sprinkle over the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
  9. Remove from oven, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute penne pasta for ziti if needed.
  • Add cooked Italian sausage or grilled chicken for a protein boost.
  • Use store-bought marinara and alfredo sauce for convenience.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://sandyrecipes.com/olive-garden-five-cheese-ziti-al-forno-recipe/