Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ziti pasta
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup fontina cheese, shredded
- 1 cup gouda cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Combine the cooked ziti, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, and half of the mozzarella, parmesan, fontina, and gouda cheeses in a large bowl. Mix well.
- Drizzle olive oil in a 9×13 inch baking dish, then pour the ziti mixture into it.
- Top with the remaining cheeses.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
For a heartier dish, consider adding cooked ground beef, sausage, or vegetables like spinach and mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg