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 cup
dried bread crumbs
1 tbsp
fresh thyme leaves
1 cup
heavy cream
1 1/2 cups
grated aged cheddar or gouda
1/2 cup
freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for topping
1/2 tsp
Freshly ground black pepper
4 cups
baby spinach leaves
1
beefsteak tomato