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5 Cheese Ziti

A comforting pasta dish with a rich blend of five cheeses and marinara sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound Ziti pasta
  • 15 ounces Ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups Mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 cup Provolone cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Fontina cheese shredded
  • 4 cups Marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Aluminum foil
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, provolone, fontina, and parmesan.
  3. Add marinara sauce to the cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
  4. Drain the cooked pasta and mix it into the cheese and sauce mixture.
  5. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and broil for an additional 5 minutes until the top is golden brown.

Notes

Serve with garlic bread or a simple salad.