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!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

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)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

In a separate small saucepan, heat the Alfredo sauce over low heat until smooth and warmed, then set aside.

Step 5

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce across the bottom of the dish.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Repeat the layering process with the remaining marinara, ziti pasta, ricotta cheese, Alfredo sauce, and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella.

Step 8

Finish by sprinkling the top evenly with grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped basil, if desired, before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your Olive Garden-inspired Neapolitan Ziti!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2142.3 grams (2142.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3689

Total Fat 155.70g	200%
Saturated Fat 78.20g	391%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 513mg	171%
Sodium 9056mg	394%
Total Carbohydrate 409.40g	149%
Dietary Fiber 30.60g	109%
Total Sugars 41.60g
Protein 177.70g	355%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3946mg	304%
Iron 21mg	119%
Potassium 597mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.4%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 43.7%