Creamy mushroom and bacon macaroni

This dish is quick and inexpensive, and will appeal to the whole family - making it the perfect week-night meal.

Instructions
Recipe Information


Time to make: 20 minutes

• Low fat 
• Low kilo joule 
• Low sodium

Ingredients

• 2 cups macaroni or other small pasta
• 2 rashers lean bacon, chopped
• 2 spring onions, finely chopped
• 3 cups sliced mushrooms
• 2 cups rocket leaves
• 1/4 cup light evaporated milk
• 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 

• Method

  1. Cook pasta in a saucepan of boiling water following packet directions or until al dente. Add the broccolini in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain.
  2. Meanwhile, heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add bacon and mushroom and cook for 5 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Melt the spread in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds or until combined. Remove from heat. Gradually whisk in milk and cream until combined. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring, for 3-5 minutes or until mixture boils and thickens. Add the cheddar and shredded parmesan and stir until melted.
  4. Add the pasta mixture and the bacon mixture to the pan and stir until combined. Divide among serving bowls. Season with salt and pepper and top with shaved parmesan to serve.

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