Springtime Primavera

Enjoy great-tasting Italian cuisine with this recipe for Springtime Pasta Primavera.

SERVINGS: 6 servings

PREP TIME: Under 15 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 1 hour

INGREDIENTS

8 ounces linguine
2 cups thin baby-cut carrots
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons HERB-OX® Chicken Granulated Bouillon
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (1.7-pound) package HORMEL® ALWAYS TENDER® Lemon Garlic Pork Loin Filet, cut into strips
cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Chopped fresh chives, if desired

DIRECTIONS

1. In large pot of boiling water, cook linguine and carrots 8 to 10 minutes or until desired doneness, adding asparagus during last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking. Drain; keep warm.
2. In small bowl, combine milk, flour and bouillon; mix well.
3. In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add pork. Cook, stirring frequently, 6 to 9 minutes or until pork is no longer pink. Add milk mixture to skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, 2 to 3 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in cheese. Cook, stirring constantly, 3 to 4 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Toss to combine. Sprinkle with chives.