Olive Garden Neapolitan Ziti
Indulge in the cozy comfort of Olive Garden Neapolitan Ziti, a delightful fusion of creamy Alfredo and tangy marinara sauces layered with tender ziti pasta, velvety ricotta, and a trio of cheeses. This baked ziti recipe brings the best of Italian-American flavors to your home kitchen, with its golden, bubbly Parmesan crust and aromatic hints of garlic and Italian seasoning. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this crowd-pleasing dish comes together in under an hour and is finished with a sprinkling of fresh basil for a touch of elegance. Serve up this hearty, restaurant-inspired pasta bake and savor every irresistible bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz ziti pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 15 oz Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the ziti pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil to prevent sticking.
In a medium saucepan, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat until warmed through. Stir in the garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Remove from heat.
In a separate small saucepan, heat the Alfredo sauce over low heat until smooth and warmed, then set aside.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce across the bottom of the dish.
Layer half of the cooked ziti pasta over the marinara. Spread half of the ricotta cheese on top, followed by half of the Alfredo sauce, and then sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella.
Repeat the layering process with the remaining marinara, ziti pasta, ricotta cheese, Alfredo sauce, and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella.
Finish by sprinkling the top evenly with grated Parmesan cheese.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped basil, if desired, before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your Olive Garden-inspired Neapolitan Ziti!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3689 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.7 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.2 g | 391% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 513 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 9056 mg | 394% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 409.4 g | 149% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.6 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.6 g | ||
| Protein | 177.7 g | 355% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3946 mg | 304% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 597 mg | 13% | |
*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.
