Step 1

Cook pasta according to package directions, throwing in peas the last few minutes of cooking.

Step 2

Drain pasta and place into a medium to large bowl.

Step 3

To make your sauce in medium saucepan heat your butter over medium heat until melted.

Step 4

Add in your flour and stir for about 1 minute.

Step 5

Slowly whisk in your milk until slightly thickened.

Step 6

Stir in garlic, salt and pepper and cheese and let cook until cheese is melted and sauce has thickened.

Step 7

Pour over your pasta and add your crumbled bacon.

Step 8

Toss to coat.

Step 9

Sprinkle with shredded parmesan if desired.