Best 4 Olive Garden Baked Pasta Romana Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of Olive Garden's Baked Pasta Romana, a culinary masterpiece that embodies the essence of Italian comfort food. This tantalizing dish features tender penne pasta generously coated in a creamy Alfredo sauce, enriched with Parmesan cheese and a hint of nutmeg. Succulent shrimp and juicy chicken breast add a burst of protein, while sun-dried tomatoes and spinach lend a vibrant medley of colors and flavors. Topped with a golden brown crust of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, this baked pasta is a symphony of textures and tastes that will leave you craving for more. Whether you're looking for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion meal, Olive Garden's Baked Pasta Romana is sure to impress. With three variations of this classic dish – the original, a lighter version with grilled chicken and vegetables, and a vegetarian option – there's a perfect choice for every palate. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey to Italy with this irresistible baked pasta that promises to satisfy your taste buds and warm your soul.

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OLIVE GARDEN PENNE ROMANA ( COPYCAT )



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Inspired by Romana Neri, head chef at Olive Garden Riserva di Fizzano restaurant in Tuscany and the Culinary Institute of Tuscany, this is a simple and delicious pasta dish with fresh green beans, tomatoes and extra-virgin olive oil tossed with penne in a white wine herb sauce. Adapted from Lanier Publishing. There is a large Italian population in New England!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Penne

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
3/4 cup yellow onion, chopped in 1/4-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 cup white wine
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 1/2 cups chicken broth (or veg. broth)
2 cups green beans, blanched
1 cup tomatoes, diced
4 cups penne pasta, cooked
3 tablespoons romano cheese
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Romana Sauce:.
  • Heat the oil in a small saucepan at medium high heat. Add onions and crushed red pepper. Cook until soft, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute. Whisk in wine, rosemary, parsley and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk cornstarch and chicken or vegetable broth. Add mixture to sauce and stir well. Bring to a boil and set aside.
  • Pasta:.
  • Heat saute pan over medium heat. Add green beans and tomato and cook for 1 minute. Add Romana sauce and hot, cooked and drained penne pasta. Add Romano and Parmesan cheeses. Stir well with a spoon, making sure the pasta is well coated.
  • Serve hot. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760.3, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 7.5, Sodium 691, Carbohydrate 97.2, Fiber 14.2, Sugar 5, Protein 14.3

OLIVE GARDEN FIVE CHEESE ZITI AL FORNO



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Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti al Forno copycat recipe made with marinara, alfredo, mozzarella, fontina, romano and parmesan cheese baked together with a cripy panko topping.

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ziti pasta
4 cups marinara sauce
2 cups alfredo sauce
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup Fontina cheese (shredded)
2 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded)
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup romano cheese (grated)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
2 cloves garlic (minced)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Cook the pasta one minute shy of the directions on the box and drain.
  • In a large metal bowl add the pasta, marinara sauce, alfredo sauce, ricotta cheese and fontina cheese and mix well.
  • Add to a large oven safe skillet or 9x13 pan.
  • Mix the mozzarella, panko, romano, parmesan and garlic together and add the topping over the pasta.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes uncovered until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 534 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 1431 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g

OLIVE GARDEN BAKED PASTA ROMANA



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This is a two part recipe - first is the meat, which needs to be made ahead of time, and then the lasagna, which needs to be made right before you wish to serve it.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 4h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (5 lb) flat beef brisket
salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
6 cups beef broth (may need more)
12 ounces lasagna noodles
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup asiago cheese, grated
1/2 cup Fontina cheese, grated
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup spinach, chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
parmesan cheese, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Using a dutch oven, saute sliced onions in 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Add about 1/2 teaspoon salt to the onions. Saute onions until they are translucent. Remove onions from pan.
  • Sprinkle both sides of the brisket with salt and pepper. Place brisket into pan and brown on both sides. Once brisket is browned on both sides, remove brisket from pan.
  • Pour in the beef broth and scrape brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Add two tablespoons of tomato paste and whisk together well. Place onions and the brisket back into the pan, adding enough broth to the pan to cover the brisket half way.
  • Bake brisket for approximately 3 1/2 hours. The brisket is done when a fork slides into the meat easily. If the meat is still tough after the initial baking, bake for an additional 30 minutes. Once the brisket is removed from the oven, let rest for approximately 20 minutes before slicing. You can also chill, wrapped well in plastic wrap, until needed.
  • Prepare lasagna noodles as directed on the package. To use the noodles for the baked pasta dish, once the noodles are done, they need to be cut in half vertically, and horizontally.
  • Combine heavy cream and butter in a sauce pan over medium to medium high heat. Once the butter and cream just begin to simmer, whisk in all of the cheeses. The sauce will thicken. Once the cheeses have melted, remove pan from heat.
  • Place noodles into a 2 quart casserole dish. Arrange the noodles by folding them over so they make nice curls. Pour 3/4 of the sauce over the noodles. Toss spinach with olive olive, and then layer the spinach around the sides of the casserole dish.
  • Place 8 ounces of beef over the noodles. Top with remaining sauce and place back into the oven for 15 minutes, until the sauce starts to brown on the top of the pasta. If it hasn't started browning yet, stick under broiler for a minute or two.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1269.8, Fat 76, SaturatedFat 36.8, Cholesterol 370.6, Sodium 1682, Carbohydrate 47.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.2, Protein 94.7

BAKED RIGATONI WITH RED PEPPERS AND GREEN OLIVES



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This baked pasta is based on the best pizza topping combo: peppers and olives. Build a tomato sauce with jarred roasted red peppers and green olives, then toss with pasta and lots of mozzarella.

Provided by Kendra Vaculin

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 (16-oz.) jar roasted red peppers, drained, finely chopped (about 1¾ cups)
1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. Morton kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup green olives, smashed, pits removed
2 Tbsp. double-concentrated tomato paste
¼ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1 (14-oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes
1 lb. rigatoni, penne, or ziti
Kosher salt
4 Tbsp. unsalted butter
2 tsp. finely chopped oregano
2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated, divided
1 lb. fresh mozzarella, torn into bite-size pieces, divided
Handful torn basil leaves (for serving)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium-high. Cook onion and garlic, stirring occasionally, until onion is slightly softened, about 4 minutes. Add roasted red peppers and salt; season with black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture is jammy, 8-10 minutes. Add olives, tomato paste, and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring often, until tomato paste is slightly darkened in color, about 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, crushing with your hands as you go, and their liquid and cook, stirring often, until slightly thickened, about 4 minutes.
  • While sauce is cooking, place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 350°. Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until very al dente (about 2 minute less than package directions; pasta will continue to cook in the oven). Drain pasta, reserving ⅓ cup pasta cooking liquid.
  • Add pasta and reserved pasta cooking liquid to sauce. Reduce heat to medium and stir in butter, oregano, and half of Parmesan. Cook, stirring constantly, until sauce is thickened and glossy and coats pasta, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in half of mozzarella.
  • Transfer pasta to a 13x9" baking dish and spread into an even layer. Scatter remaining Parmesan and mozzarella over. Bake until bubbling around the edges, 15-20 minutes.
  • Heat broiler. Broil pasta until top is brown and crisp in spots, about 3 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes, then top with basil for serving.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make all the difference in this dish. Use a good quality olive oil, ripe tomatoes, and fresh herbs.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package directions, but be careful not to overcook it. You want the pasta to be al dente, with a slight bite to it.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: The combination of Parmesan, Asiago, and mozzarella cheeses gives this dish a rich, complex flavor. You can adjust the proportions of each cheese to suit your own taste.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: This recipe is a great starting point, but feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. You could add some roasted red peppers, sautéed mushrooms, or crumbled sausage to the dish.

Conclusion:

Olive Garden Baked Pasta Romana is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its creamy sauce, tender pasta, and flavorful toppings, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this recipe a try.

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