Copycat Cheesecake Factory Four Cheese PastaEgg
Bring the classic flavors of Copycat Cheesecake Factory Four Cheese Pasta to your home with this simple, delicious dish. Perfectly cooked penne tossed in a rich, creamy blend of ricotta, mozzarella, Italian cheese, and parmesan creates the ultimate comfort meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dinner is easy to customize with your favorite additions like fresh basil. It is the perfect choice for a flavorful weeknight meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
16 ounces of Penne Pasta
15 ounces of Ricotta Cheese (divided)
24-ounce jar of Marinara Sauce
1 large Egg
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
1 cup Italian Cheese (shredded)
1 cup Parmesan Cheese (shredded)
2 tbsp Basil Leaves (chopped)
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
For tempering Olive oil
Instructions
1
Prepare the penne pasta al dente according to the package directions.
2
Once cooked, drain the water and toss the pasta with a little bit of olive oil to prevent it from sticking together.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine one cup of ricotta cheese with the shredded mozzarella, the Italian cheese blend, one-quarter cup of the parmesan cheese, and the egg.
4
You can also add salt and pepper to taste at this stage.
5
Add the marinara sauce and the prepared cheese mixture to a large saucepan.
6
Stir the ingredients together over medium-low heat until the cheese has fully melted into the sauce.
7
Add the cooked penne pasta to the saucepan with the sauce and cheese mixture. Stir well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated.
8
Divide the pasta into serving bowls. Top each portion with a dollop of the remaining ricotta cheese, then garnish with the remaining parmesan cheese and fresh chopped basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
6 servings per recipe
