Easy Cheese Sauce with Thyme and Bacon

[mndynthn12]

Guys! Treat yourself to our Easy Cheese Sauce with Thyme and Bacon! Rich, creamy cheese sauce with a hint of thyme, mixed with crispy bacon and your preferred pasta—guaranteed comfort in every mouthful. Ideal for a cozy evening at home!

Easy Cheese Sauce with Thyme and Bacon

Ingredients:

• 300 grams fresh or 100 grams dried pasta of your choice
• 170g streaky bacon
• 3 tablespoons butter, divided (1 tbsp for cooking bacon, 2 tbsp for sauce)
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup milk
• 150g grated cheese (e.g., 100g cheddar, 50g parmesan)
• 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 heaped tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, roughly chopped, plus extra for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare Bacon and Sauce:
   • Fry bacon in 1 tbsp melted butter over medium-high heat until crispy. Set aside on paper towels to cool, then roughly chop into a mix of crumbs and larger pieces.
2. Make the Cheese Sauce:
   • In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the remaining 2 tbsp butter. Add flour and whisk for about a minute to cook off the raw flour taste.
   • Reduce heat to medium-low. Gradually add milk, whisking vigorously to incorporate and ensuring no lumps form. Add more milk if needed for desired consistency.
   • Continue cooking, whisking until the sauce begins to simmer. Reduce heat to low and gradually add grated cheese in three batches, whisking well after each addition until melted and smooth.
3. Finish the Dish:
   • Stir in black pepper and most of the chopped bacon (reserve some for garnish).
   • Add cooked pasta and chopped fresh thyme to the cheese sauce. Let it simmer gently for a minute, adding a splash of pasta water if the sauce needs loosening.
4. Serve:
   • Dish out the pasta with cheese sauce, garnishing with remaining bacon bits and a sprinkle of fresh thyme.

Enjoy your creamy and flavorful Easy Cheese Sauce with Thyme and Bacon!

 

[Kiriya Ubuyashiki]

This Easy Cheese Sauce with Thyme and Bacon sounds like a total comfort food win! Thanks for sharing this mouthwatering recipe—definitely adding it to my list for a cozy night in!

 

[potatohead101]

Absolutely loved this! Creamy, cheesy goodness with a touch of thyme—perfect comfort food after a long day. Thanks for sharing!

 

[deinleigh]

Sounds absolutely delicious! The combo of creamy cheese sauce, thyme, and crispy bacon.

 

[mndynthn12]

This Easy Cheese Sauce with Thyme and Bacon sounds like a total comfort food win! Thanks for sharing this mouthwatering recipe—definitely adding it to my list for a cozy night in!

Thank you so much! I'm glad you like the Easy Cheese Sauce with Thyme and Bacon recipe. It's definitely perfect for a cozy night in! Can't wait for you to try it out.

 

[mndynthn12]

Absolutely loved this! Creamy, cheesy goodness with a touch of thyme—perfect comfort food after a long day. Thanks for sharing!

Thank you! So happy you enjoyed it! Creamy, cheesy goodness is always a winner, especially with a hint of thyme. Glad you found it comforting!

 

[mndynthn12]

Sounds absolutely delicious! The combo of creamy cheese sauce, thyme, and crispy bacon.

Thank you! I'm glad you think so! The creamy cheese sauce, thyme, and crispy bacon really make a tasty combo. Hope you get a chance to try it out!

 

[aurora]

This cheese sauce with thyme and bacon is like a fancy upgrade for your pasta! It's creamy, savory, and easy to make. Enjoy!