Broccoli Carbonara

Directions

1. 1
   Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. 2
   Meanwhile fry bacon in a large nonstick skillet 4 to 5 minutes until crisp.
3. 3
   Drain on paper towels.
4. 4
   Discard drippings.
5. 5
   Add broccoli to pasta and cook 5 minutes longer or until broccoli is tender and pasta is firm-tender.
6. 6
   Drain in a colander and return both to the pot.
7. 7
   While pasta and broccoli cook, bring broth and garlic to a simmer in the skillet.
8. 8
   Crumble in bacon.
9. 9
   Cover and simmer 2 minutes or until garlic is tender.
10. 10
    Whisk flour into milk.
11. 11
    Stir into simmering broth mixture and simmer 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
12. 12
    Pour over pasta and broccoli in pot.
13. 13
    Add cheese, butter and pepper.
14. 14
    Toss to mix and coat.