broccoli and bacon mac and cheese

How To Make broccoli and bacon mac and cheese

• Step 1
  In a medium saute pan, cook the bacon to a crisp and then transfer to a paper towel lined plate and set aside.
• Step 2
  Cook macaroni pasta in salted water according to package directions, until al dente.
• Step 3
  Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining the pasta.
• Step 4
  Drain the pasta water into a second pot and return the pot to the stove top.
• Step 5
  Add the broccoli to the hot water and cook over medium high for 3 to 4 minutes, until fork tender and then drain.
• Step 6
  While the broccoli is cooking, transfer the pasta to a large bowl.
• Step 7
  Add 1/4 cup pasta water, the yogurt, a few dashes of hot sauce and 1/3 cup of the grated cheese and stir until the cheese has melted.
• Step 8
  Stir in remaining cheese, one small handful at a time to prevent clumping.
• Step 9
  Add additional pasta water as necessary to thin the cheese sauce.
• Step 10
  Season with salt and pepper. Add the broccoli and bacon, mix well and serve.
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