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Creamy Cheese Pasta with Crispy Bacon

Creamy Cheese Pasta with Crispy Bacon

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Recipes:

Creamy Cheese Pasta with Crispy Bacon

Indulge in this luscious and creamy pasta dish! Perfectly cooked pasta coated in a velvety cheese sauce, topped with crunchy bacon bits for the ultimate comfort meal.

Ingredients:

For the pasta:

12 oz (340g) radiatori or any short pasta

Salt for boiling water
For the cheese sauce:

2 tbsp butter

2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the topping:

6 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled

Instructions:

Cook the Pasta:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Bacon:

In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and crumble once cooled.
Make the Cheese Sauce:

In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
Once the sauce thickens, stir in cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and black pepper.
Combine Pasta and Sauce:

Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce, stirring until fully coated.
Serve and Garnish:

Plate the pasta and sprinkle generously with crumbled bacon and a touch of freshly ground black pepper.
Enjoy:

Serve this creamy, cheesy delight immediately for the best flavor and texture. Perfect with a side of garlic bread!

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