Cheesy Roasted Cauliflower & Bacon Baked Shells

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Ingredients for 4 servings

1 Head Cauliflower
3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
6 Strips Thick Cut Bacon, Diced
4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
1/3 Cup Al-purpose Flour
4 Cups Partly Skimmed Milk
2 Cups Grated Melting Cheese Such As Gruyere, Fontina, Or Asiago
1 Cup Grated Pecorino or Parmesan Cheese
1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
Salt & Pepper
400 Grams Pasta Shells or Macaroni

Topping:
1 1/2 Cups Coarse Breadcrumbs
1/2 Cup Grated Pecorino or Parmesan Cheese
2 Teaspoons Finely Chopped Parsley
1/4 Cup Chopped Hazelnuts
Salt & Pepper
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil