Ziti al Forno
This Ziti al Forno is the ultimate baked pasta dish—featuring tender ziti tossed in a creamy five-cheese marinara, topped with bubbling mozzarella and golden breadcrumbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ziti pasta
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
For the Five Cheese Marinara Sauce:
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 15 oz diced tomatoes drained
- 1 tsp sugar
- 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese blend
- 1/2 cup fontina cheese or Monterey Jack
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente. Drain and toss with a little oil.
- Combine marinara, cream, tomatoes, and sugar in a saucepan. Simmer.
- Add cheeses and stir until melted.
- In a baking dish, combine pasta and sauce.
- Top with mozzarella, Parmesan blend, and breadcrumbs.
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Notes
- Feel free to substitute ziti with penne or rigatoni.
- To make this dish vegetarian, ensure your cheeses and marinara are vegetarian-friendly.
- Add cooked Italian sausage or spinach for a heartier version.
- You can assemble this dish ahead of time and broil just before serving.