Ukrainian Pasta Bake

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350.

2. 2

   Butter a 2-quart ovenproof baking dish.

3. 3

   Arrange the bacon on a rack over a baking sheet.

4. 4

   Bake for 20 minutes, until golden and cooked through.

5. 5

   Let cool, then chop.

6. 6

   Reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat.

7. 7

   Meanwhile, in a large saucepan of salted boiling water, cook the noodles until al dente, about 8 minutes.

8. 8

   Drain and run under cold water to cool.

9. 9

   Drain well.

10. 10

    In a large bowl, combine the noodles, cottage cheese, half-and-half, eggs, bacon and reserved bacon fat.

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    Season with the salt and pepper and mix well, then transfer the pasta to the prepared dish.

12. 12

    In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the 4 tablespoons of melted butter and sprinkle on top of the pasta.

13. 13

    Bake for about 45 minutes, until golden and crispy on top.

14. 14

    Serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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