Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno

Recreate the comforting, restaurant-quality magic of Olive Garden with this irresistible Five Cheese Ziti Al Forno recipe! Featuring tender ziti pasta smothered in a rich blend of marinara and Alfredo sauces, this dish is elevated with a luscious medley of five cheeses—ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, romano, and provolone—for a creamy, indulgent flavor in every bite. Topped with golden, buttery panko breadcrumbs for an irresistible crunch, this baked pasta is the epitome of Italian comfort food. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, it’s both easy to prepare and sure to impress. Ready in under an hour and ideal for feeding a crowd, this five-cheese baked ziti will transport you straight to your favorite Italian trattoria.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 oz ziti pasta
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1.5 cups alfredo sauce
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.25 cup romano cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup provolone cheese, shredded
• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.75 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cook the ziti pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine marinara sauce, alfredo sauce, ricotta cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix well until smooth.

Step 4

Add the cooked ziti to the sauce mixture and toss to evenly coat the pasta.

Step 5

In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spread half of the pasta mixture evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle an even layer of mozzarella, provolone, parmesan, and romano cheeses over the pasta. Reserve some cheese for topping.

Step 7

Add the remaining pasta mixture on top, and sprinkle any leftover cheese evenly over the surface.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the pasta.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the top is golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1886.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3735.7

Total Fat 156.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 530.3mg	0%
Sodium 6378.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 428.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.1g	0%
Total Sugars 38.3g
Protein 172.9g	0%

Vitamin D 49.8IU	0%
Calcium 3695.9mg	0%
Iron 24.0mg	0%
Potassium 650.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.9%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 45.0%