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Baked Penne Pasta with Ricotta and Crispy Bacon

A creamy, cheesy baked pasta loaded with ricotta, tomato sauce, and crispy bacon, perfect for a comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups penne pasta
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese
  • 6 strips bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander (Strainer)
  • Skillet or Frying Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Cheese Grater
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook penne pasta until al dente and drain.
  3. Cook bacon until crispy and set aside.
  4. Sauté garlic and add tomato sauce.
  5. Mix ricotta with seasoning.
  6. Combine pasta, sauce, ricotta, and half mozzarella.
  7. Transfer to baking dish.
  8. Top with remaining cheese and bacon.
  9. Bake for 20–25 minutes.
  10. Cool slightly and serve.