Cheesy Corkscrews with Crunchy Bacon Topping
"A piquant cheesy white sauce and a crispy topping made from potato chips and bacon creates the best â?? and most indulgent â??version of mac and cheese that we have ever tasted. Served alongside roast chicken, or with a simple green salad and a glass of great red wine, this is the ultimate comfort food...."
INGREDIENTS
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For the Cheesy Corkscrews:6 tablespoons butter, plus more for greasing
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Kosher salt
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1 pound cavatappi (or other tubular pasta)
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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4 cups whole milk, warmed
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1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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Pinch freshly grated nutmeg
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Dash hot sauce
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Dash Worcestershire sauce
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4 cups greated sharp white cheddar cheese
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1 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
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For the Crunchy Bacon Topping:1 1/2 cups crushed potato chips
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1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
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5 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
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3 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
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