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Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno Copycat: Indulgent Comfort Food

Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno Copycat

A delicious replica of the famous Olive Garden dish, this Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno is indulgent comfort food perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces ziti pasta
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup provolone cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup Romano cheese, grated
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta, mozzarella, provolone, Parmesan, and Romano cheeses.
  4. In another bowl, combine the cooked ziti with marinara sauce and olive oil.
  5. Incorporate the cheese mixture into the pasta, adding garlic powder and red pepper flakes.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with additional mozzarella if desired.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
  • Let it sit for a few minutes before serving to set.

Nutrition

Keywords: Olive Garden, Five Cheese, Ziti, Al Forno, Copycat, Comfort Food