Macaroni Cheese

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Cook macaroni according to the instructions on the packet

Step 2

2. Chop up bacon and onion and fry together in a frying pan (or cook for 1 minute in a microwave)

Step 3

3. Grate the cheese

Step 4

Preheat oven to 180°C on grill.

Step 5

• Melt butter gently in a saucepan

Step 6

• Add flour, stirring to make a smooth paste

Step 7

• Add milk gradually, stirring constantly until it thickens

Step 8

• Add cheese, leaving about 6 tbsp aside for later

Step 9

• Stir in cheese until melted and sauce is thick and creamy. Salt and pepper optional

Step 10

5. Grease an oven dish.

Step 11

Put in macaroni, stir in sauce, bacon and onion. Sprinkle leftover cheese on top, along with breadcrumbs

Step 12

6. Grill in the oven for 3-5 mins, or until golden on top