Spring Skillet Mac and Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 (4-oz) pkg diced pancetta
- 2 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 Tbsp water
- 2 (8.5-oz) pouches ready penne pasta
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 1 cup 2% reduced-fat milk
- 1 (8-oz) carton low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (8-oz) block fontina cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Cook pancetta in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove from skillet, reserving drippings in skillet.
- Meanwhile, combine asparagus and water in a microwave-safe 2-quart dish. Cover with plastic wrap, and fold back one corner to vent. Microwave at HIGH 2 to 3 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Drain.
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Heat oil in skillet with drippings over medium heat; whisk in flour, salt, and pepper. Cook, whisking constantly, 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk and broth.
- Cook, whisking often, 8 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Gradually whisk in 1½ cups cheese until melted. Stir in asparagus and pasta; sprinkle with ½ cup cheese.
- Cover and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with pancetta.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Total | |
| Servings | 6 | |
| Calories |
568
|
568
|
| Fat (g) | 25 | 25 |
| Sat. Fat (g) | 12 | 12 |
| Protein (g) | 22 | 22 |
| Carb (g) | 40 | 40 |
| Fiber (g) | 3 | 3 |
| Sodium (mg) | 973 | 973 |
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