Olive Garden's - 5 Cheese Ziti Al Forno

So I'm totally addicted to this recipe I found. I first ate it at the Olive Garden & once I found the recipe online, I've been making it ever since. I actually think this one tastes better then the one at Olive Garden... I don't know why, but to me it just does. And seriously... if I can make this... then anyone can. I totally feel like a gourmet chef when I make this! ha ha

Olive Garden's - 5 Cheese Ziti Al Forno

FOR THE ZITI SAUCE:

4 cups tomato sauce

2 cups Alfredo sauce

1/2 cup ricotta cheese

1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

3 tablespoons fontina cheese, shredded

1 teaspoon garlic pepper

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

FOR THE ZITI TOPPING:

3 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded

1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs

3 tablespoons Romano cheese, grated

3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated

1 tablespoon fresh garlic, chopped

3 tablespoons vegetable oil

3 tablespoons fresh Italian flat-leaf parsley, chopped

REMAINING INGREDIENTS:

1 pound dry ziti pasta

1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

PREPARE THE ZITI SAUCE:

Combining all ingredients for the Ziti Sauce in a large bowl; cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

PREPARE THE ZITI TOPPING:

In a medium-size bowl, whisk together the first four ingredients for the Ziti Topping. Add the garlic, oil, and parsley and mix until thoroughly blended. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

WHEN READY TO PREPARE THE WHOLE DISH:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 13-by-9-inch baking dish or large casserole with non-stick spray. Prepare the pasta according to package directions. Pour 1/2 cup of prepared ziti sauce into the prepared dish, and spread it evenly over the bottom using a spoon. When pasta has finished cooking, drain the water and pour the hot pasta into the bowl of remaining sauce. Mix thoroughly; pour into the baking dish. Spread 1 cup of shredded mozzarella over the pasta and sauce mixture. Top the mozzarella with the prepared Ziti Topping, spreading evenly. Place pan on center oven rack and bake until top is golden brown and cheese is bubbling, about 30 to 40 minutes. Remove and serve immediately.

Servings: 6 to 8

From: Olive Garden Restaurant