Curried Macaroni and Cheese

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1 stick butter

1 teaspoon vegetable oil

1/2 red onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 green chile, split lengthwise, optional

1 tablespoon curry powder

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

5 cups (2 percent low-fat) milk

2 1/2 cups Provolone or any other mild cheese, grated

1 1/4 pounds elbow macaroni pasta, prepared according to package instructions

1/2 cup bread crumbs

Bunch asparagus, trimmed

Kosher salt