GRAND SAMPLER: THE ULTIMATE ITALIAN FEAST

Grand Sampler: The Ultimate Italian Feast

Grand Sampler: The Ultimate Italian Feast

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The Grand Sampler is the perfect meal for pasta lovers who want to enjoy a variety of delicious, cheesy, and hearty Italian favorites in one plate! Inspired by Fazoli’s Grand Sampler, this dish brings together four classic pasta dishes and is served with warm garlic breadsticks for the ultimate Italian dining experience.



What’s in the Grand Sampler?


At Fazoli’s, the Grand Sampler includes:




  1. Fettuccine Alfredo – Creamy Alfredo sauce over tender fettuccine

  2. Lasagna with Meat Sauce – Layers of pasta, ricotta, meat sauce, and melted cheese

  3. Spaghetti with Meat Sauce – Classic spaghetti with rich marinara and beef

  4. Baked Ziti with Meat Sauce – Ziti pasta baked with marinara, ricotta, and mozzarella

  5. Topped with Mozzarella & Parmesan Cheese – Baked until golden and bubbly

  6. Served with Garlic Breadsticks – Soft, buttery, and perfect for dipping


How to Make the Grand Sampler at Home


Want to enjoy the Grand Sampler at home? Follow this recipe for a delicious homemade version!



Ingredients:


For the Fettuccine Alfredo:



  • 6 oz fettuccine pasta

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • Salt & pepper to taste


For the Lasagna with Meat Sauce:



  • 4 lasagna noodles

  • ½ lb ground beef

  • 1 ½ cups marinara sauce

  • ½ cup ricotta cheese

  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese

  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning


For the Spaghetti with Meat Sauce:



  • 6 oz spaghetti

  • ½ lb ground beef

  • 1 ½ cups marinara sauce

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese


For the Baked Ziti with Meat Sauce:



  • 6 oz ziti pasta

  • 1 cup marinara sauce

  • ½ cup ricotta cheese

  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese

  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese

  • ½ lb ground beef

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning


For Baking & Topping:



  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning


For the Garlic Breadsticks:



  • 4 breadsticks

  • 2 tbsp butter (melted)

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning


Instructions:


Step 1: Prepare the Fettuccine Alfredo



  1. Cook fettuccine pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain.

  2. In a saucepan, melt butter and add heavy cream. Simmer for 3 minutes.

  3. Stir in Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  4. Toss with the cooked fettuccine and set aside.


Step 2: Prepare the Lasagna with Meat Sauce



  1. Cook lasagna noodles in salted boiling water. Drain.

  2. Brown ground beef in a pan, then add marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.

  3. In a baking dish, layer lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese, meat sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan.

  4. Repeat layers, then bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes until bubbly.


Step 3: Prepare the Spaghetti with Meat Sauce



  1. Cook spaghetti pasta in salted boiling water. Drain.

  2. In a pan, cook ground beef until browned, then add marinara sauce and Italian seasoning.

  3. Toss with the cooked spaghetti and top with Parmesan cheese.


Step 4: Prepare the Baked Ziti with Meat Sauce



  1. Cook ziti pasta in salted boiling water. Drain.

  2. Brown ground beef in a pan, then add marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.

  3. Mix ziti pasta with the meat sauce and ricotta cheese in a baking dish.

  4. Top with mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.

  5. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.


Step 5: Assemble & Bake the Grand Sampler



  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. In a large baking dish, place portions of Fettuccine Alfredo, Lasagna with Meat Sauce, Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, and Baked Ziti with Meat Sauce side by side.

  3. Sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning over the top.

  4. Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and golden brown.


Step 6: Make the Garlic Breadsticks



  1. Brush breadsticks with melted butter mixed with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.

  2. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes until golden.


Step 7: Serve & Enjoy!



  1. Plate the Grand Sampler with garlic breadsticks on the side.

  2. Enjoy the cheesy, baked perfection!


Final Thoughts


The Grand Sampler is a dream meal for Italian food lovers! With a mix of creamy Alfredo, meaty lasagna, classic spaghetti, and cheesy baked ziti, it’s the perfect combination of flavors.


Would you add extra cheese, spice, or a different pasta? Let me know! ????????????????

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