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Five-Cheese Ziti al Forno

Five-Cheese Ziti al Forno


  • Author: Kelly Merritt
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Discover the Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe That Will Delight Your Taste Buds!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ziti pasta
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup provolone cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, provolone cheese, parmesan cheese, gorgonzola cheese, and marinara sauce.
  4. Add the cooked ziti pasta to the cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh basil.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
  8. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add cooked ground meat or vegetables for extra flavor.
  • Can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
  • For a crispier top, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Five-Cheese Ziti al Forno, comfort food, Italian recipe