INGREDIENTS
6
slices Bacon, good-quality smoky
2
pieces Chicken breast, skinless boneless
1
Flat-leaf parsley or celery greens
1
Onion, large
2 tbsp
Thyme, fresh
1/2 cup
Cloudy apple cider or chicken stock
1 lb
Short-cut pasta, whole wheat
1
Nutmeg
1/2 tsp
Paprika, sweet smoked
2
Rounded tablespoons flour
1
Salt and pepper
4 tbsp
Butter
1 cup
Gruyere cheese
1 1/2 cups
White cheddar cheese, sharp
2 cups
Whole milk
EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil), for drizzling