Bacon Mac and Cheese

Serves: 4 
Preparation/cooking time: 45 mins 

Ingredients:  

8 slices (180g) Bacon, cut into chunks 

500g Macaroni 

3 tbsp (50g) Butter 

3 tbsp (50g) Flour 

800 ml Milk 

Salt and pepper to taste 

4 tbsp (60g) Parmesan cheese, grated 

1 cup Cheddar, shredded 

1 cup Swiss cheese (gruyere), shredded 

4 tbsp Course breadcrumbs (Panko crumbs are ideal) 

Method:  

1. Pre heat oven to180c. 
2. Cook macaroni as per pack instructions then drain and set aside. 
3. Place a large saucepan onto the stove top and heat to medium high. 
4. Add butter and bacon, fry gently without colour. 
5. Once bacon is cooked remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. 
6. Add flour using a whisk and cook for one minute. 
7. Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth then bring to a simmer. 
8. Reduce the heat and continue to simmer for 3-5 minutes until sauce has thickened, whisking occasionally. 
9. Add the cheeses, season with salt and prepper and stir until cheese have melted. 
10. Add the macaroni and stir until well combined, then pour into a baking dish top with bacon and sprinkle with breadcrumbs, bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden.  

Tips:  

Add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the sauce for a delicious tang.