Creamy Bacon and Cheese Mac

How do you make macaroni and cheese even better? Three words: Just add bacon!

How do you make macaroni and cheese even better? Three words: Just add bacon!
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Serves 8
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cooking Time 15 minutes
For the cheese sauce
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
pinch of salt and pepper
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese,
plus extra for topping
400 grams elbow macaroni,
cooked according to package directions
200 grams bacon,

diced and fried until crispy, divided

chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

1 Make the cheese sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan. whisk in flour and cook butter until the
mixture turns light brown, forming a roux. Slowly add milk and continue mixing until the roux is thick
but smooth. The sauce will thicken slightly. Season with salt and pepper.
2 Add yogurt, then add cheese. Mix until completely smooth and cheese has melted.
3 Fold in macaroni. Add half of the bacon; mix well. Sprinkle remaining bacon and more cheese on
top.
4 Transfer mixture to an 8x8inch baking dish. Bake in a 350F oven for 20 minutes or until top is
golden brown.

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