Spicy Cheddar with Bacon Pasta Sauce
rec.food.cooking/sgjg6566

2 tbsp butter
1 3/4 pound bacon, cut into chunks
3 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 3/4 pound grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
salt and pepper to taste

Melt butter in skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and saute until crisp, about 7 minutes. Drain bacon on paper towels, and pour off all but 1 tsp grease from pan. Add cream to the pan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Add cheese; stir until it melts and thickens the sauce. Season with salt and pepper; pour over hot pasta and sprinkle the bacon over the top.