Cheesecake Factory Four-Cheese Pasta
Indulge in the creamy and cheesy goodness of Cheesecake Factory's Four-Cheese Pasta! This mouthwatering dish takes comfort food to a whole new level. Treat yourself to a tantalizing blend of flavors that will leave you craving for more.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- ¾ cup + ¼ cup Ricotta cheese (separate portions)
- ⅛ cup Romano cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Mozzarella pearls (optional)
- 2 eggs
- 4 ½ cups crushed tomatoes
- 3-4 teaspoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon milk
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 2 tsp fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Boiling the Pasta:
- Boil penne pasta in a large pot of salted water until slightly undercooked.
- Drain the pasta using a colander and set aside.
2. Creating the Sauce:
- In the same pot, heat olive oil and sauté chopped garlic until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, sugar, oregano, and dried basil.
- Cover and simmer the sauce for 10 minutes.
3. Mixing the Cheese:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ¾ cup Ricotta cheese, eggs, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, and Romano cheese. Whisk until well blended. Add pepper to taste.
4. Preparing the Garnish:
- In another bowl, mix ¼ cup Ricotta cheese with milk until it thickens to a jelly-like consistency.
- Chop fresh basil leaves finely and set aside.
5. Putting It All Together:
- Add the cheese mixture to the simmering sauce, stirring until well combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and mix thoroughly, ensuring the pasta is coated evenly.
- Optional: Top with mozzarella pearls and melt them for added flavor.
- Garnish each serving with dollops of the Ricotta cheese mixture, ensuring they fall into the center of the plate.
- Sprinkle with chopped basil leaves and serve hot.
Notes
- For an authentic presentation, garnish the dish with whole basil leaves and ensure the Ricotta cheese dollops are placed centrally on each plate.
- Experiment with different cheeses or short pasta types for variations in flavor and texture.