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

Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno Copycat (Video)

Learn how to make a delicious copycat version of Olive Garden’s Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno, a dish that’s perfect for indulging in a creamy and cheesy pasta experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ziti pasta
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup provolone cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the ziti pasta according to the package instructions until al dente; drain.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, and half of the provolone cheese.
  4. Season the mixture with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper; stir until well combined.
  5. Transfer the pasta mixture into a baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella, provolone, and parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • This dish can be customized with your favorite cheeses or additional seasonings to suit your taste.
  • For a spicier version, add crushed red pepper flakes.

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