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BA’s Best Baked Ziti: Indulgent Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon & Chicken Ham

BA’s Best Baked Ziti
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BA’s Best Baked Ziti is a rich and indulgent dish that perfectly combines turkey bacon and chicken ham, offering an elevated take on a classic comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ziti pasta
  • 6 ounces turkey bacon
  • 6 ounces chicken ham
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crisp; remove and crumble.
  4. In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  5. Add in chicken ham and cook for a few minutes.
  6. Stir in marinara sauce, oregano, red pepper flakes, and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Combine cooked ziti, ricotta cheese, crumbled turkey bacon, and sauce mixture in a large bowl.
  8. Transfer half of the mixture to a baking dish, layer with mozzarella, then top with remaining ziti mixture and sprinkle with Parmesan.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Notes

  • For added flavor, you can mix in some chopped fresh basil.
  • Feel free to substitute the types of cheese according to your preference.

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