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.

Dawn Sickles
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This is the best ziti recipe I've ever tried.


Simon G
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves pasta.


Seham
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This dish is so comforting and delicious.


Nida Nadeem
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I've never made ziti before, but this recipe made it easy.


Mr Shezzi
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


mdmasumsk md
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I love how cheesy this dish is.


Dark Anamul
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make.


sajed asiya
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I added some chopped spinach to this dish for an extra boost of nutrients.


Sunil Jayakodi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pasta.


SUMAN DEVI BISHWAKARMA
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I made this dish for my picky kids and they loved it! That's a miracle.


Nkgomeleng Makgaretsa
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I used a combination of sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheese in this recipe and it was perfect.


Fadi Hjeij
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The bacon in this dish adds a nice smoky flavor.


Usama Rana
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I love that this recipe uses two different types of cheese. It gives the dish a really rich flavor.


Chamal Vishmika87
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it for the delicious results.


Mahar Junaid
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


SLO LT1
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! It's now one of my favorite pasta dishes.


Amukelani Nkuna
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


dancer nepal
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Summa Hope
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This double cheese ziti with bacon was a hit with my family! The combination of cheeses and bacon made it so flavorful and creamy.