Forget about spinach, protein bars and cabbage soup for five minutes and give some thought to the more decadent side of life.
A classic option, for instance, would be the chip sandwich; golden, crispy chips nestled in buttered fresh white bread. Taco fries or nachos both pull their weight too.
Now, however, Marks and Spencer have unveiled a serious contender for the ultimate comfort food.
Ladies and gentlemen, may we introduce… the Mac ‘n’ Cheese & Bacon Pie.
The concept of combining deliciously gooey mac ‘n’ cheese with the crust of a pie originates from Scotland, and it was a recent trip to Edinburgh that inspired the M&S food team to create the new dish.
To make it especially moreish it’s topped with (wait for it) a smoked bacon crumble.
“Mac ‘n’ cheese is the ultimate in comfort food and we’ve taken it a step further by putting it in a pie for a truly indulgent treat.” says Matt Dawson, pie product developer.
“It’s a first on the high street and we’re sure customers are going to love it as much as we do!”
You reckon, Matt?
The Mac ‘n’ Cheese & Bacon Pie (€4.50) is available in M&S stores now. We’ll be picking one up on the way home from the gym…
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