Penne with Chard and Lemon Bechamel

The earthy taste of Swiss chard and the tangy brightness of lemon in the bechamel sauce come together in this delicious Penne with Chard and Lemon Bechamel. It's a tasty and comforting meal that's great for any event.

Ingredients:

• 250g penne pasta
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• 200g Swiss chard, chopped
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• 3 tablespoons butter
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• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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• 2 cups milk
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• Zest of 1 lemon
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• Juice of 1/2 lemon
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• Salt and pepper to taste
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• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
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Instructions:

Follow the directions on the package to cook the penne

For the last two minutes of cooking, add the chard to the boiling water

Melt the butter over medium heat in a different saucepan

Add the flour and stir it in until it's smooth

Cook for one to two minutes

Pour in the milk slowly while whisking all the time until the mixture gets thick

Add the lemon juice and zest and mix them in

Add salt and pepper to taste

Toss cooked pasta and chard with lemon bechamel sauce until everything is well covered

Grate Parmesan cheese on top and serve hot