Angel hair pasta, also known as capellini, is a thin, delicate pasta that pairs perfectly with light and flavorful sauces. This recipe for angel hair with asparagus, tomatoes, and fresh basil is a summer classic that is easy to make and packed with flavor. The asparagus and tomatoes are roasted until tender and caramelized, and the fresh basil adds a bright, herbal note.
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ANGEL HAIR WITH ASPARAGUS & TOMATOES
One of the things that I love about spring is fresh asparagus - this combo makes a quick, easy & delicious dinner. The recipe came from BH & G.
Provided by CountryLady
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Trim asparagus& rinse in cold water.
- Remove the tips& set aside.
- Bias slice the rest of the stalk into 1- 1 1/2 inch pieces& set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic& pepper; cook& stir for a minute.
- Add tomatoes; cook& stir for another 2 minutes.
- Add asparagus pieces, wine& salt; cook, uncovered, for 3 minutes.
- Add asparagus tips& continue cooking, uncovered, for another minute.
- Add butter& stir until melted.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions.
- Drain well& serve topped with sauce& fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 455.9, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 235.8, Carbohydrate 74.5, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 6.9, Protein 14.6
ANGEL HAIR WITH ASPARAGUS AND TOMATOES
Steps:
- 1. Trim asparagus and rinse in cold water. Remove the tips; set aside. Bias-slice remaining asparagus stalks into 1- to 1-1/2-inch pieces; set aside. 2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; cook and stir 1 minute. Add tomatoes; cook and stir about 2 minutes more. 3. Add asparagus pieces, wine, and salt to mixture. Cook, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Add asparagus tips; cook, uncovered, for 1 minute more. Add butter; stir until melted. 4. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta. Return to pan and toss with asparagus mixture and basil. Makes 3 servings.
ANGEL HAIR WITH CRUSHED TOMATOES AND BASIL
Steps:
- 1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and generously salt it.
- 2. Cut a slit in the stem end of each tomato. Gently lower the tomatoes into the boiling water. Boil until the skin peels back from the slits, about 30 seconds. With a slotted spoon, transfer to a large bowl. Keep the water boiling.
- 3. While the tomatoes cool, on a cutting board, finely mince the garlic with the sugar into a paste. Peel off and discard the tomato skins, then transfer the tomatoes to a large bowl. With your hands, crush the tomatoes until chunky. Add the garlic-sugar paste and oil and crush the tomatoes into fine bits.
- 4. Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until just al dente. Drain and transfer to the tomato sauce. Toss well. Tear the basil leaves into the bowl, season to taste with salt and pepper, and toss again.
- 5. Wipe up any oil drips or tomato sauce splatters from the counter with Clorox® Disinfecting Wipes*.
- *Use as directed. For surfaces that may come in contact with food, a potable water rinse is required.
FRESH TOMATO, BASIL, AND GARLIC SAUCE OVER ANGEL HAIR PASTA
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 48m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare an ice water bath. Cut a small "x" on the bottom of each tomato. In batches, place the tomatoes in the boiling water and blanch them for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until the skins are easy to peel away. Remove and immediately plunge into the ice bath. Peel the tomatoes and halve horizontally. Squeeze out the seeds, using your fingers to get them all. Roughly chop the peeled and seeded tomatoes. Set aside. (You can also use whole peeled canned tomatoes. Simply drain them, seed, and roughly chop).
- Heat a large saute pan over medium high heat. Add the olive oil and heat. When the oil is hot, add the onions and garlic and saute for 2 minutes. Add the thyme leaves, oregano sprig, and chili flakes and saute until the garlic begins to turn golden brown. Add the tomatoes and the sugar and stir well. Lower the heat and cook slowly until the mixture is fairly dry, about 15 minutes.
- Cook the angel hair pasta in boiling, salted water until al dente. Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce. Add the Parmesan and basil and toss well. Place in a large pasta bowl and garnish with Parmesan and basil sprigs.
FRESH TOMATO, BASIL, AND GARLIC SAUCE OVER ANGEL HAIR PASTA
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 48m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare an ice-water bath. Cut a small "x" on the bottom of each tomato. In batches, place the tomatoes in the boiling water and blanch them for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until the skins are easy to peel away. Remove and immediately plunge into the ice bath. Peel the tomatoes and halve horizontally. Squeeze out the seeds, using your fingers to get them all. Roughly chop the peeled and seeded tomatoes. Set aside. (You can also use whole peeled canned tomatoes. Simply drain them, seed, and roughly chop).
- Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and heat. When the oil is hot, add the onions and garlic and saute for 2 minutes. Add the thyme leaves, oregano sprig, and chili flakes and saute until the garlic begins to turn golden brown. Add the tomatoes and the sugar and stir well. Lower the heat and cook slowly until the mixture is fairly dry, about 15 minutes.
- Cook the angel hair pasta in boiling, salted water until al dente. Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce. Add the Parmesan and basil and toss well. Place in a large pasta bowl and garnish with Parmesan and basil sprigs.
SWISS ANGEL HAIR 'N' ASPARAGUS
I found this recipe in an old community cookbook that I paid 50 cents for at a garage sale! My husband just loves it!-Michele Cornish, Blairstown, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender., In a large saucepan, saute mushrooms and chives in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, seasoning blend and salt; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Add the Swiss cheese; cook and stir until melted. , Drain pasta and place in a large bowl. Add asparagus and cheese sauce; toss to coat. Garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 212mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
ANGEL HAIR WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories main-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Put the tomatoes in a large bowl. Heat the olive oil and garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat until the garlic is translucent, but not at all browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes, then pour the garlic oil over the tomatoes. Add 1 teaspoon salt and toss to coat.
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Transfer the pasta directly from the boiling water to the bowl with the tomatoes using a pasta fork or tongs. Sprinkle in the Parmesan and some of the basil and toss to coat; let stand 5 minutes so that the sauce absorbs slightly. Top with the remaining basil and a little additional olive oil and serve with additional Parmesan.
TOMATO-GARLIC ANGEL HAIR
This light olive oil and Parmesan cheese-based sauce is so fresh tasting. But fresh basil is the key ingredient in this pasta dish.-Salvatore Bertolinio, Indiana, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Rinse and drain pasta; add to tomato mixture and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
ANGEL HAIR WITH TOMATOES, BASIL AND GARLIC
I make this a lot during the summer months when fresh tomatoes are abundant. It can also be made in the winter months using basil and garlic flavored canned tomatoes.
Provided by Jazz Lover
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta as directed on package.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for one minute.
- Add tomatoes, basil, salt and pepper. Cook for three minutes.
- Add hot pasta to skillet and toss well.
- Add chicken broth to skillet and stir.
- Toss with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
ANGEL HAIR WITH TOMATO AND BASIL
Fresh basil leaves and organic tomatoes dress long thin pasta that's as delish as restaurant fare.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over medium heat. Add onion and red pepper flakes; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is tender. Add tomatoes, garlic and salt. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package. Drain; place in serving bowl. Pour tomato mixture over pasta; toss gently to coat. Add basil, cheese and remaining 1 tablespoon oil; toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
ANGEL HAIR WITH TOMATOES, BASIL & GARLIC
A wonderful side dish or a nice treat for your packed lunch. I have made this for company because it can serve a crowd.
Provided by Audrey M
Categories Spaghetti
Time 20m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook garlic until tender.
- Add tomatoes, salt, basil, and black pepper.
- Cook three minutes.
- Add cooked spaghetti; toss well.
- Add chicken broth and stir.
- Toss with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.4, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 217.9, Carbohydrate 29, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3, Protein 5.5
ROASTED CHERRY TOMATOES WITH ANGEL HAIR
This is something I threw together one day when I was faced with an abundance of fresh cherry tomatoes and basil from my garden. Delish!
Provided by It's A New Day
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 59m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Combine tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well mixed; spread on a shallow-sided baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until tomatoes are soft and wrinkled, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook angel hair pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain; reserving a small amount of cooking water.
- Spoon tomatoes with their juices into a small saucepan; add basil and red pepper flakes. Mix in reserved cooking water to thin tomato mixture to desired consistency. Cook and stir over low heat until warmed, about 5 minutes; stir in pasta. Top with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.3 calories, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 283.4 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
BASIL-PARMESAN ANGEL HAIR
"I've given this recipe to many people and they all love how quick and simple it is," says San Diego, California's Barbara Dorsett. Try the delightful pasta alongside your favorite main course.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to the pan. Add oil; toss to coat. Add the milk, cheese, onions, basil, lemon zest, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through. Sprinkle with additional basil. Serve with lemon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH ARUGULA AND ASPARAGUS
Hi-ho thar! Tis be a wonderful sprin' meal wit' fresh baby arugula, asparagus, mushrooms, topped wit' toasted pine nuts.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories European
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large pan toast pine nuts, remove from pan set aside.
- Add olive oil to pan, when hot add the onions and saute 3 minutes.
- Add garlic, asparagus, mushrooms, lime juice, diced tomatoes, and dried herbs. Simmer 20 minutes.
- Stir in evaporated milk, arugula, basil. Toss in hot angel hair and grated cheese.
- Add some Pasta water if needed.
- Plate in a large serving bowl and top with pine nuts.
- Garnish with additional extra virgin olive oil drizzled over pasta and grated cheese.
- Heartly enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.1, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 13.9, Sodium 293.7, Carbohydrate 55.7, Fiber 5, Sugar 5.5, Protein 16.6
ASPARAGUS 'N' SHRIMP WITH ANGEL HAIR
We've all heard that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach, so when I plan a romantic dinner, this shrimp asparagus pasta with angel hair is one dish I like to serve. It's easy on the budget and turns out perfectly for two. -Shari Neff, Takoma Park, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle shrimp with salt and pepper flakes. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; stir-fry until pink, 2-3 minutes. Remove; keep warm. , In same skillet, stir-fry the next 5 ingredients in remaining oil until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add wine and seasonings. Return shrimp to pan., Drain pasta; add to shrimp mixture and toss gently. Cook and stir until heated through, 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 584mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
QUICK ANGEL HAIR WITH BASIL CREAM FOR ONE
A quick and super easy pasta dish. Creamy basil, garlic and butter sauce over angel hair pasta. What could be better?
Provided by SharFras
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 25m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Once done, set aside 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta in a colander in the sink. Keep warm.
- While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion, and cook for 3 minutes, then stir in the garlic, and continue cooking until the onion has softened and turned translucent, 1 to 2 minutes more.
- Pour in the heavy cream, and stir in the Parmesan cheese, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 2 minutes. Dilute with the reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick for your taste. Pour the sauce over the angel hair pasta to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1035.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 300.4 mg, Fat 90.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 55.5 g, Sodium 721.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
ANGEL HAIR WITH BALSAMIC TOMATOES
Make and share this Angel Hair With Balsamic Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by thorntonspartan
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Angel Hair With Balsamic Tomatoes.
- (Capellini con Pomodori Balsamico).
- Ingredients:.
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic.
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil.
- 5 to 6 Roma tomatoes, chopped, (28 oz. canned plum tomatoes).
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil.
- 1/2 lb angel hair pasta (uncooked).
- Directions:.
- Saut? the garlic in olive oil until lightly browned. Do this in a skillet large enough to hold the tomatoes later.
- Leave garlic in skillet.
- Place tomatoes, salt, pepper, basil and balsamic vinegar in a non-reactive bowl and set aside for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Boil water for pasta.
- Just before you put the pasta in the water, drain the tomatoes and reserve the juice that runs off.
- Put the angel hair pasta in the water to cook for the recommended amount of time.
- Heat your garlic skillet and toss drained tomatoes briefly just to heat. They should retain their shape. The pasta should finish cooking (usually no more than 5 minute for angel hair) at the same time the tomatoes are ready.
- Toss the pasta and tomato mixture together and serve with freshly grated Parmigiano cheese.
- That's it!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.5, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 10.3, Carbohydrate 47.7, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5.4, Protein 8.3
ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH GARDEN VEGETABLES
"This family favorite is especially fun to make when the garden is full of fresh vegetables," reports Jun Barrus from Springville, Utah. "It's quick to fix, delicious and always different-just choose the vegetables that have ripened that day!" More Pasta Recipes »
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in large nonstick skillet, saute the mushrooms, carrots, snow peas, yellow pepper, basil and garlic in oil for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. , In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth and salt until smooth; gradually stir into the vegetable mixture. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender and sauce is thickened., Remove from the heat; stir in tomatoes. Drain pasta; divide among four plates. Top with vegetable mixture; sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 714mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips for a Perfect Angel Hair with Asparagus, Tomatoes, and Fresh Basil:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Look for asparagus that is firm and green, tomatoes that are ripe and juicy, and basil that is fragrant and flavorful. - Cook the angel hair pasta according to the package directions. Be careful not to overcook it, as it should be cooked al dente, meaning it should still have a slight bite to it. - While the pasta is cooking, prepare the asparagus and tomatoes. Cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces and slice the tomatoes. - In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. - Add the asparagus to the skillet and cook until it is tender, about 5 minutes. - Add the tomatoes and cook until they are softened, about 3 minutes more. - Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste. - Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the asparagus and tomatoes. Toss to combine. - Stir in the basil and Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.Conclusion:
This simple but flavorful pasta dish is a great way to enjoy the fresh flavors of spring. It is light and refreshing, yet still satisfying. The asparagus and tomatoes provide a nice crunch and sweetness, while the basil adds a pop of freshness. The Parmesan cheese adds a touch of richness and saltiness. Overall, this is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this angel hair with asparagus, tomatoes, and fresh basil a try. You won't be disappointed!
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