Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno Recipe
Recreate the iconic Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno at home with this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe. Loaded with five types of cheese, marinara sauce, and baked to golden perfection, this dish is a rich and satisfying comfort food perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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 grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Romano cheese
- 1/4 cup Asiago cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix marinara sauce, alfredo sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, Romano, and Asiago cheeses. Stir until combined.
- Add the cooked ziti pasta to the cheese mixture and toss to coat.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, olive oil, and Italian seasoning. Sprinkle evenly over the pasta.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use freshly grated cheeses.
- You can substitute any cheese variety based on availability.
- Add cooked chicken or Italian sausage for a protein-packed version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg