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Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno Copycat: Ultimate Comfort Dish

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A comforting and cheesy pasta dish inspired by Olive Garden’s Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno, perfect for cozy evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces ziti pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup provolone cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup fontina cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add marinara sauce and stir until warmed.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, provolone, parmesan, fontina, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper, and black pepper. Mix well.
  5. Add cooked ziti to the cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
  6. Transfer the ziti mixture to a baking dish and top with extra mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Remove from oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add fresh basil or parsley on top before serving.
  • You can make this dish ahead of time and refrigerate before baking.

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Keywords: Olive Garden, Five Cheese Ziti, Copycat Recipe, Comfort Food

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