Mac and Cheese

Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil and cook the macaroni as per the packet instructions.

Drain well and set aside.

Heat a non-stick frying pan, add the chopped bacon bits to the hot pan and fry until crispy.

Pour off any excess oil and then add the canned tomatoes.

Simmer for a few minutes to heat through.

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter.

Add the mustard.

Add the flour and stir to mix with a wooden spoon.

Using a whisk, whisk in the hot milk and continue whisking until the sauce is smooth and thick.

Cook over low heat for a few minutes to cook out the flour.

Remove from the heat and whisk in the 2 cheeses.

Once the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth, season to taste with salt, pepper and nutmeg.

Spoon the macaroni into a baking dish and pour over the cheese sauce.

Mix the breadcrumbs and the parmesan cheese together and sprinkle this mixture over the top of the pasta.

Bake in a preheated oven at 180ËšC for 20 minutes until heated through.