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Million Dollar Baked Ziti: Indulgent Comfort Food Upgrade with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham

Million Dollar Baked Ziti

Indulge in this deliciously upgraded version of baked ziti, featuring turkey bacon and chicken ham for a unique twist on a classic comfort food.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ziti pasta
  • 8 ounces turkey bacon, chopped
  • 8 ounces chicken ham, diced
  • 4 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add turkey bacon. Cook until crispy.
  4. Add diced chicken ham and stir for another 2 minutes.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, garlic powder, and Italian herbs.
  6. Layer half of the pasta mixture in a baking dish, followed by half of the mozzarella cheese and half of the bacon and chicken ham mixture.
  7. Repeat layers and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add fresh basil or parsley as a garnish before serving.
  • Adjust the amount of cheese based on personal preference.

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Keywords: Million Dollar Baked Ziti, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon, Chicken Ham