1 lb. macaroni noodles
1 tablespoon butter
2 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups aged white cheddar, grated
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Prepare the pasta, cooking for 2 minutes less than package directions call for. Drain and toss with the butter. Set aside.
In a small bowl, combine the bacon dice, breadcrumbs, and thyme. Set aside.
Toss the pasta with the cream and the cheeses until well combined. Place in a baking dish and top with the breadcrumb mixture.
Bake the casserole for about 15 minutes, or until crispy on top.