Best 7 Double Cheese Ziti With Bacon Recipes

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Double cheese ziti with bacon is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a family meal or a special occasion. The combination of two types of cheese, bacon, and ziti pasta creates a rich and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make the best double cheese ziti with bacon, including tips on how to choose the right ingredients and how to cook the dish perfectly.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

DOUBLE-CHEESE ZITI WITH BACON



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-Sabrina DeWitt, Cumberland, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (16 ounces) ziti or small tube pasta
3 cups 4% cottage cheese
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
3 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup whole milk
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup crumbled cooked bacon, divided
1/3 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, place cottage cheese in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Set aside. , In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter. Stir in flour, salt, pepper and garlic salt until smooth. Gradually add cream and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. , Drain macaroni; transfer to a large bowl. Add cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, white sauce and 3/4 cup bacon; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. (Dish will be full.) Melt remaining butter. Add bread crumbs; toss to coat. Sprinkle over casserole. , Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining bacon. Bake 5 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 666 calories, Fat 35g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 1486mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

DOUBLE DOUBLE BACON CHEESE QUICHE



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Provided by Carissa Seward

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 7 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled butter, cut into small pieces
2 to 3 tablespoons cold water
10 strips bacon
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups light cream
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese (about 2 ounces)
1/2 cup shredded white Cheddar cheese (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • To prepare the crust: In a large bowl, mix together the flour and the salt. Using 2 knives, cut in the butter until coarse crumbs form. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with a fork, until dough forms. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap and chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes. Lightly flour counter and rolling pin and roll into about a 10 or 11-inch circle. Fit into a 9-inch pie pan. Trim edge, leaving 1/4-inch overhang. Prick dough with a fork. Line with foil and fill with dried beans. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove the foil and dried beans. Bake until lightly golden, about 5 minutes more. Transfer to wire rack to cool.
  • To prepare the filling: In a medium skillet cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Crumble bacon. Transfer to a paper towel to drain. In a small bowl whisk together the eggs, cream, thyme and pepper. Pour into the crust. Sprinkle egg mixture with bacon and cheeses. Bake until golden and custard is set, about 30 minutes.

GRILLED DOUBLE-CHEESE AND BACON SANDWICHES



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Grilled cheese sandwiches--actually cooked on the grill--taste smoky good and extra rich with added bacon and two kinds of cheese.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 slices bacon
4 (1/4-inch-thick) slices red onion
4 (3/4-oz.) slices Cheddar cheese
4 (3/4-oz.) slices mozzarella cheese
8 (1/2-inch-thick) slices sourdough or Vienna bread

Steps:

  • Heat closed contact grill for 5 minutes.
  • When grill is heated, place bacon on bottom grill surface. (If necessary, cook 4 slices at a time.) Close grill; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until browned. Remove bacon from grill; drain on paper towels. Cut bacon slices in half crosswise.
  • With rubber scraper, carefully scrape most of drippings from grill into drip tray. Add onion to grill. Close grill; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until tender.
  • To make sandwiches, layer Cheddar cheese, cooked bacon, onion and mozzarella cheese between bread slices. Place 2 sandwiches on bottom grill surface. Close grill; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until bread is toasted and cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 3 g

TWO-CHEESE ZITI



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"My grandkids really like this rich, buttery macaroni and cheese," says Flo Burtnett of Gage, Oklahoma. "And adults go for the home-style breadcrumb topping and creamy, comforting flavor. It doesn't taste light at all!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups uncooked ziti or small tube pasta
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-3/4 cups fat-free milk
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
TOPPING:
3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted
1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook ziti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in cheeses until melted., Drain ziti; add to sauce and stir to coat. Transfer to a shallow 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes., In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and butter; stir in cheeses. Sprinkle over ziti. Bake, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until heated through and topping is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 590mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BACON AND DOUBLE CHEESE QUICHE



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I received this recipe in the mail on a sample recipe card years ago. We use it as our special occasion breakfast!

Provided by Cinnamon1025

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 unbaked pie shell
10 slices cooked bacon (crumbled)
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup gruyere cheese (shredded)
1/2 cup white cheddar cheese (shredded)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • If making your own crust, bake in oven for about 10 minutes. If using a ready made crust, I have found this is not necessary.
  • Cook and Crumble bacon.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, half & half, thyme & Pepper.
  • Pour into crust.
  • Sprinkle bacon and chesses over mixture.
  • Bake for about 30 minutes, until custard is set.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.9, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 182.5, Sodium 634.6, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.4, Protein 18.2

SUPER CHEESY BAKED ZITI



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The best baked ziti recipe for those who like it very cheesy and flavorful!

Provided by Baby Bunny

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
6 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 (24 ounce) jar pasta sauce (such as Ragu®)
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened and cubed
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons dried parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine 4 cups mozzarella, pasta sauce, ricotta, cream cheese, 2 tablespoons Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add cooked ziti and mix well to coat. Transfer to a 9x13-inch glass baking dish. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan over top, along with parsley. Cover with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until thoroughly heated and cheese on top is melted, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40.9 g, Cholesterol 69.9 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 797.9 mg, Sugar 7 g

THREE-CHEESE BAKED ZITI WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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This version of baked ziti omits the usual ricotta cheese (or its substitutes) and adds Italian sausage, with very satisfying results!

Provided by Doug in Manhattan

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

nonstick cooking spray
1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Italian cheese blend
1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
3 tablespoons olive oil, or more to taste
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup diced onion
3 cloves garlic, diced
5 cups lower-sodium pasta sauce
⅓ cup sliced black olives
1 tablespoon whole fennel seeds
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 4-quart rectangular baking dish with nonstick spray. Combine mozzarella and Italian blend cheeses in a bowl and place in the refrigerator.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • At the same time, heat 3 tablespoons oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add sausage and break up into morsels. Sprinkle baking soda onto sausage, then add onion and garlic. Cook and stir, continuing to break up any clumps as it cooks, until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour off and discard any grease.
  • Add pasta sauce, olives, fennel seeds, Italian seasoning, anchovy paste, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add up to 3 tablespoons more oil if desired, and continue stirring until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring regularly, until thickened, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in ziti.
  • Spread 1/2 of the sauced ziti into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle 1/2 of the shredded cheese mixture evenly on top. Spoon or ladle the rest of the ziti evenly on top without disturbing the layers underneath; it's okay to have some ziti partially exposed as they will brown handsomely and deliciously as they bake. Sprinkle remaining shredded cheese mixture on top and sprinkle Parmesan across the surface.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.3 calories, Carbohydrate 47.3 g, Cholesterol 44 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 1144.9 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cheeses: A blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses creates a rich and flavorful sauce.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Al dente pasta is the perfect texture for this dish.
  • Cook the bacon until crispy: Crispy bacon adds a smoky flavor and texture to the dish.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh basil or parsley adds a pop of color and flavor to the dish.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best enjoyed hot out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Double Cheese Ziti with Bacon is a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of cheeses, bacon, and pasta is sure to please everyone at the table. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a delicious meal that the whole family will love.

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