Olive Garden Neapolitan Ziti

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 14
Enjoy the famous Olive Garden Neapolitan Ziti with homemade marinara sauce and Italian sausage
in Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

24 ounces sweet Italian sausage links or 24 ounces hot Italian sausage links
1 1/3 cups green bell peppers
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 lb ziti pasta , cooked
parmesan cheese , grated
parsley sprig
40 fluid ounces marinara sauce
28 ounces italian-style canned tomatoes
10 3/4 fluid ounces tomato puree
1 teaspoon garlic , minced
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup fresh basil , packed , chopped
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
716
Sugar
16g
Fat
46g
The Olive Garden Neapolitan Ziti is a popular pasta dish that is served in Olive Garden restaurants across the United States. It is a hearty and comforting meal that features ziti pasta in a rich marinara sauce with Italian sausage. This recipe recreates the famous dish at home, allowing you to enjoy its delicious flavors without having to go out to eat. The homemade marinara sauce is made with canned tomatoes, tomato puree, and garlic, and is simmered with Italian sausage and bell peppers to create a complex and flavorful sauce. Serve it hot with grated parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil on top.

Instructions

1.Remove the sausage links from their casings, and chop the bell peppers.
2.In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil on medium-high heat. Add the sausage and bell peppers, and cook until the sausage is browned and cooked through.
3.Add the marinara sauce, canned tomatoes, tomato puree, and garlic to the pot. Stir well and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
4.In a separate pot, cook the ziti pasta according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta and add it to the pot with the sauce. Mix well and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5.Remove from the heat and add salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with grated parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil on top.

PROS

The Olive Garden Neapolitan Ziti is a filling and flavorful pasta dish that is easy to make at home.
The homemade marinara sauce is rich and delicious, and the Italian sausage adds a nice kick of spice.

CONS

This dish contains a lot of fat and calories, especially if you use sweet Italian sausage.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of protein and carbohydrates, which can give you energy and keep you feeling full. The tomatoes in the sauce are high in vitamin C and antioxidants, which can support immune health and reduce inflammation.

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