Mac & Cheese

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°c (180°C fan). Boil the pasta for 2 mins less than stated on the pack, then drain. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a saucepan. Add the garlic, English mustard powder, and Mustard, cook for 1 min, then stir in the plain flour.

Step 2

Cook for 1 min more, then gradually whisk in the milk until you have a lump-free sauce. Simmer for 5 mins, whisking all the time until thickened. Take off the heat, then stir in the cheddar and half the parmesan.

Step 3

Stir the pasta and some seasoning into the cheesy sauce. Tip into a large ovenproof dish, or four individual dishes.

Step 4

Scatter over the breadcrunbs and bacon and the remaining parmesan, then bake for 20 mins until crisp and golden. Can be frozen before baking – defrost thoroughly before cooking.