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Preparation

Heat oven to 375°F.

Bring 4 quarts of water to a rapid boil in a large sauce pot. 

While water is heating, render bacon until just crisp in a medium sauce pot. Add mushrooms and cook until they begin to sizzle. Stir flour into the rendered bacon fat and cook for 1 minute on medium heat, stirring constantly. 

Add milk 1 cup at a time to create a béchamel sauce, stirring to incorporate fully before adding the next cup to avoid any lumps. Scrape the bottom of the pan to prevent scorching. Season the béchamel with hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, add pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to the package instructions for al dente, then drain and hold warm.

After the béchamel has simmered for 5 minutes, remove from heat and add the cheese. Stir continuously until all of the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth and velvety. Do not boil once the cheese has been added as this will make the sauce grainy.

Toss the hot cooked pasta with the cheese sauce until all of the pasta is well coated. Transfer to a baking dish. Combine breadcrumbs with thyme and melted butter, then spread mixture over the pasta. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.