Bacon Pasta and Cheese

Savor the richness of freshly grated Wisconsin Gruyere combined with the creamy goodness of this Bacon Pasta and Cheese dish. Its the epitome of comfort food, ideal for a quiet evening.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz 225g pasta of your choice
• 6 slices of bacon, chopped
• 2 cups freshly grated Wisconsin Gruyere cheese
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Pasta should be cooked as directed on the package until it is al dente

After draining, set aside

Cook the chopped bacon in a big skillet over medium heat until its crispy

To remove excess grease, remove the bacon and place it on paper towels

Maintain a small amount of bacon fat in the skillet

Melt the butter in the same skillet over a medium heat

To make a roux, stir in the flour

Cook for two to three minutes, or until golden brown

Once the mixture thickens and becomes smooth, gradually whisk in the heavy cream and whole milk

Turn down the heat

Stir the freshly grated Wisconsin Gruyere cheese into the creamy sauce until it melts

If preferred, add crushed red pepper flakes along with salt and pepper to the cheese sauce

To the cheese sauce, add the cooked pasta and crispy bacon

After combining, give it a few minutes to warm through

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot

Savor your mouthwatering Cheese and Bacon Pasta