Four Cheese Baked Ziti Recipe

Indulge in this creamy, cheesy Four Cheese Baked Ziti recipe! Perfectly cooked ziti pasta is smothered in a rich blend of four cheeses, simmered in creamy half-and-half with a hint of basil and red pepper flakes. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing party dish. Get ready for a cheesy explosion of flavor!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 1043.5 kcal
Protein 108g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Four Cheese Baked Ziti

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Four Cheese Baked Ziti

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How to Make Four Cheese Baked Ziti

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Butter a 2-quart ovenproof casserole dish and set aside.
  3. Cook 1 pound of ziti pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  4. In a heavy, large saucepan, bring 1 cup of half-and-half, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh basil, and 1/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Add cheeses one handful at a time, stirring constantly until melted and smooth. Use the following cheeses: 8 ounces ricotta, 8 ounces mozzarella, 4 ounces Parmesan, and 4 ounces provolone.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 2 large egg yolks.
  7. Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Gently fold in the cooked ziti pasta.
  9. Pour the ziti mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  10. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  11. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

41 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

184g

Carbs

22g