INGREDIENTS Extra-virgin olive oil, for the baking dish 2 3/4 tsp. kosher salt, divided 1 lb. short pasta, such as ziti or penne 2 slices bacon 1/4 c. dried bread crumbs 1 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves 1 c. heavy cream 1 1/2 c. grated aged cheddar or gouda 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan, plus more […]