Best 15 Farfalle With Shrimp And Asparagus Recipes

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Farfalle with shrimp and asparagus is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a quick and healthy meal. The combination of tender shrimp, crisp asparagus, and flavorful farfalle pasta creates a satisfying and visually appealing dish that's sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a flavorful and nutritious weeknight meal, this recipe has something for everyone. It's a great way to enjoy the flavors of the sea and the garden, and it's sure to become a favorite in your household.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ASPARAGUS 'N' SHRIMP WITH ANGEL HAIR



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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

3 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
1/2 pound uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped seeded tomato, peeled
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons chopped green onion
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Lemon wedges

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.

FARFALLE WITH MASCARPONE, ASPARAGUS, AND HAZELNUTS



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Categories     Pasta     Roast     Vegetarian     Parmesan     Asparagus     Hazelnut     Chive     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds slender asparagus, trimmed, cut on diagonal into 2-inch lengths (about 6 cups)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound farfalle (bow-tie pasta)
1 8-ounce container mascarpone cheese*
2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted, husked, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Parmesan cheese shavings

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Line rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place asparagus on prepared sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat; spread in single layer. Roast until asparagus is tender, about 10 minutes. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead; let stand at room temperature.)
  • Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking water. Return pasta to pot. Stir in mascarpone, grated Parmesan cheese, and asparagus. Toss over medium-low heat until pasta is coated with sauce and mixture is heated through, adding reserved pasta water by 1/4 cupfuls if dry, about 3 minutes.
  • Mound pasta in large shallow serving bowl. Sprinkle with hazelnuts, chives, and Parmesan cheese shavings.
  • *Italian cream cheese; can be found at Italian markets and some supermarkets.

EASY AND TASTY PASTA WITH SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS



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I am completely addicted to this shrimp, asparagus, and pasta recipe. It is easy, yet elegant!

Provided by ILYTAT

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Shrimp

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1 pound cooked, ready-to-eat jumbo shrimp
½ cup olive oil
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into thirds
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes. Add cooked shrimp. Cook until shrimp is heated through and pasta is tender yet firm to the bite, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus and red pepper flakes; cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add garlic and continue to cook until asparagus is tender yet firm to the bite, another 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Drain pasta and shrimp; transfer to a large serving bowl. Add cooked asparagus and Parmesan cheese; stir well to combine. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Carbohydrate 58.3 g, Cholesterol 150.5 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 252.4 mg, Sugar 4 g

FARFALLE WITH ASPARAGUS, ROASTED SHALLOTS AND BLUE CHEESE



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Categories     Pasta     Bake     Blue Cheese     Asparagus     Spring     Shallot     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds medium shallots (about 24), peeled, halved lengthwise
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs made from French bread
1 1/2 pounds farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
2 pounds thin asparagus, trimmed, cut diagonally into 11/2-inch pieces
1 pound creamy blue cheese (such as Saga blue or Gorgonzola), cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss shallots with 2 tablespoons oil on baking sheet; spread in single layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake until tender and golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 35 minutes.
  • Stir 2 tablespoons oil and breadcrumbs in skillet over medium heat until crumbs brown, about 4 minutes. (Shallots and crumbs can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover separately; keep at room temperature.)
  • Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water 10 minutes. Add asparagus; cook until asparagus is crisp-tender and pasta is tender but still firm to bite, about 4 minutes. Drain pasta and asparagus. Transfer to large bowl. Immediately add blue cheese and shallots. Toss until cheese melts and pasta is well coated. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowls. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs.

SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS PENNE



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This pretty pasta main course has only a few ingredients, so it's a breeze to whip up. "We used to prepare it with heavy cream, but I substituted half-and-half to cut fat, and it's just as good," writes Diane Shipley of Concord, Ohio.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute asparagus in butter for 4 minutes. Add shrimp; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Remove and keep warm., In a small bowl, combine the flour, salt and cream until smooth; gradually add to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese. , Remove from the heat. Drain pasta; toss with shrimp mixture and sauce. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 199mg cholesterol, Sodium 580mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SHRIMP ALFREDO PRIMAVERA



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Put dinner on the table in less than half an hour! Frozen sweet peas add pretty specks of color.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (8 oz)
2 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/2 cups frozen sweet peas (from 12 oz bag)
1/4 cup water
1 lb uncooked peeled deveined medium shrimp, thawed if frozen, tail shells removed
3/4 cup refrigerated Alfredo sauce (from 10-oz container)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp. Stir in peas; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water; cover and cook 3 to 5 minutes or until peas are tender and water has evaporated. Add shrimp; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and firm.
  • Stir in Alfredo sauce and pasta. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 215 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 720 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g

FARFALLE WITH SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound shrimp
1 pound asparagus
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped Italian tomatoes, with their juice
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
1 pound farfalle
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons flat-leaf Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Peel the shrimp. Trim the tough ends of the stalks from the asparagus. With a vegetable peeler, pare away any tough skin from the lower half of the stalk. Cut the asparagus into 1 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Cook the asparagus in boiling salted water until barely tender. Rinse under cool running water and drain well. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, sauté the onion and the garlic in 2 tablespoons olive oil until soft. Add the tomatoes, wine and thyme and simmer gently for 20 minutes, covered. Bring 6 quarts salted water to boil for the farfalle.
  • Cook the farfalle until al dente. While it is cooking, add the shrimp to the sauce, cook for 3 minutes, stirring, then add the asparagus and heat through. Correct seasoning.
  • Drain the farfalle and toss the pasta in a heated bowl with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Then add the sauce and toss well. Serve immediately. Sprinkle with parsley. This needs no cheese.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 450, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 745 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

FARFALLE WITH HERB-MARINATED GRILLED SHRIMP



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Extra large shrimp are seasoned with a bright and refreshing combination of basil, parsley, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice in this elegant pasta dish.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Pasta by Shape

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound uncooked extra large fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails on
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves
1 pinch Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 (24 ounce) jar Bertolli® Tomato and Basil Sauce, heated
1 (16 ounce) box farfalle or penne pasta, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • To butterfly shrimp, slice down back of shrimp with small sharp knife, almost completely through. Spread and flatten to form butterfly shape.
  • Combine olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, basil, parsley, oregano and red pepper flakes in shallow bowl. Add shrimp; toss to coat. Cover and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes.
  • Remove shrimp from marinade, discarding marinade. Grill or broil shrimp, turning once, until shrimp turn pink. Spoon sauce over hot farfalle and top with shrimp. Garnish, if desired, with additional parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.5 calories, Carbohydrate 55.5 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 137.9 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

SHRIMP PASTA WITH GRILLED ASPARAGUS



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Substitute asparagus with any vegetable. You can boil the vegetables with the pasta instead of grilling them.

Provided by Elaine

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Shrimp

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 ounces whole wheat linguine
1 lemon
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
½ cup chopped onion
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
½ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 cloves garlic, minced
12 ounces fresh asparagus
4 (10-inch) metal skewers
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook linguine at a boil until still very firm to the bite, about 6 minutes. Drain, reserving 2/3 cup of the pasta cooking water. Keep warm.
  • While pasta cooks, remove 1 teaspoon zest and squeeze 1 tablespoon juice from lemon.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 minutes. Add linguine, the reserved pasta cooking water, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook just until pasta is tender and most of the water is absorbed, stirring frequently, about 4 minutes. Add lemon juice, chicken broth, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and butter. Cook and stir 2 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine shrimp, remaining oil and pepper, and garlic in a medium bowl. Thread shrimp onto four 10-inch skewers, leaving 1/4 inch between pieces. Coat asparagus with cooking spray.
  • Grill shrimp skewers and asparagus (place across the grates), covered, until shrimp are opaque and asparagus is crisp-tender, 4 to 6 minutes, turning once.
  • Cut tips from asparagus; cut stalks into 1-inch pieces. Stir asparagus into linguine mixture; heat through. Serve topped with shrimp skewers, the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Cholesterol 191.9 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 405.5 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

FARFALLE WITH ASPARAGUS AND WILD MUSHROOMS



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 slices pancetta (Italian bacon)
2 cloves garlic, minced (green part removed)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms, soaked in hot water for 20 minutes, drained and rinsed
1/4 pound wild mushrooms like crimini, portobello, chanterelle, cleaned of grit
1 pound asparagus
1/4 pound shelled peas
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup basil leaves, shredded
1 pound farfalle (bow-tie pasta)
Freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Place pancetta in small frying pan and cook over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
  • Soften garlic in two tablespoons butter and the olive oil in a medium-size pan. Coarsely chop porcini and wild mushrooms and add to the pan. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, over low to medium heat.
  • Meanwhile, cut asparagus into half-inch pieces and blanch. Add with the peas to mushrooms; season to taste.
  • Pour in cream and reduce over high heat until it is thickened. Add basil leaves and toss. Correct seasoning. Crumble pancetta into little pieces and add.
  • Meanwhile, cook farfalle in six quarts boiling salted water until al dente (it will take about 10 to 15 minutes). Drain, place in heated bowl and toss with one tablespoon butter. Add sauce and a little grated cheese and toss. Serve immediately, with more Parmesan passed separately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 625, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 69 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 623 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ASPARAGUS AND FARFALLE WITH LEMON AND PEPPER



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, pastas, main course

Time 15m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound farfalle or bow tie pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds asparagus, ends snapped off, stalks peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths
1 cup shelled and cooked green peas
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until tender. Drain. Meanwhile, heat 1 teaspoon of the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the asparagus and saute until tender, about 4 minutes. Toss in the peas. Place the pasta in a large bowl. Toss with the remaining olive oil, the asparagus mixture, lemon rind, salt and pepper. Divide among 4 pasta bowls. Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 330, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 529 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

FARFALLE WITH ASPARAGUS



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Make and share this Farfalle With Asparagus recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths
1 -2 garlic clove, peeled
1/2 cup cottage cheese (nonfat or low-fat)
1/4 cup low-fat milk
salt
fresh ground black pepper
3/4 lb farfalle pasta
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (or parsley)
1 ounce pecorino cheese or 1 ounce parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add 1 tablespoon salt; then drop in the asparagus; boil 3-5 minutes, until just tender; remove from water using a slotted spoon; refresh with cold water and set asparagus aside.
  • Chop the garlic in food processor fitted with a steel blade; when it adheres to the sides, stop the machine and scrape down the sides.
  • Add the cottage cheese; blend until fairly smooth; scrape down the sides.
  • Add in the milk; blend again until smooth; add salt and pepper to taste; transfer to a wide pasta bowl.
  • Bring the water in the pot back to a boil; add in the pasta; stir to make sure the pasta doesn't stick to the bottom of the pot; cook until al dente; reserve ¼ cup cooking water and drain pasta.
  • Stir the reserved cooking water into the cottage cheese mixture; add the pasta, asparagus, chives, and pecorino; toss to combine; serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.6, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 12.1, Sodium 218.4, Carbohydrate 70.5, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 3.9, Protein 20

FARFALLE WITH ARUGULA PESTO AND SHRIMP



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The arugula pesto is a nice change from the usual basil based pesto sauce. A quick recipe to prepare, and yummy enough for company!

Provided by Dee514

Categories     Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb cleaned arugula
2 cups loosley packed Italian parsley
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
6 cloves garlic, peeled
2 cups olive oil
8 ounces grated fresh parmigiano-reggiano cheese (plus extra cheese for garnishing)
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons finely shredded lemons, rind of
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 lb farfalle pasta (bow tie shaped pasta)
1 lb precooked shrimp

Steps:

  • Pesto Sauce: Remove tough stems from arugula.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the arugula and parsley, set aside.
  • Place pine nuts and garlic in food processor, process until combined.
  • Add olive oil, 2 cups cheese, salt, lemon peel and pepper to garlic mixture.
  • Process until combined.
  • Pour mixture into a medium sized bowl.
  • In the same processor bowl, add about 1/4 of the greens and 1/4 of the cheese mixture.
  • Process until combined.
  • Remove mixture from processor and set aside.
  • Repeat the steps# 7, 8 and 9 three more times, until all greens & cheese mixture have been processed.
  • Return all the processed mixture to processor, and process again until everything is well combined.
  • Makes 4 cups of pesto sauce, which can be stored (covered) in the refrigerator for about 1 week.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • While pasta is cooking, warm 2 cups of the pesto sauce, and warm the cooked shrimp.
  • When pasta is cooked, drain well and toss with the warmed shrimp and pesto sauce.
  • Garnish with additional grated cheese (to taste).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3794.6, Fat 279.8, SaturatedFat 53, Cholesterol 427.9, Sodium 5876.8, Carbohydrate 197.1, Fiber 15, Sugar 10.6, Protein 132.2

SHRIMP ASPARAGUS FETTUCCINE



Shrimp Asparagus Fettuccine image

Fettuccine lovers rejoice! This is a quick and healthy way to enjoy your favorite pasta. You could also use leftover chicken instead of shrimp in this versatile and easy weeknight dinner. -Healthy Cooking Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated fettuccine
1 cup cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Bring 4 quarts water to a boil. Add fettuccine and asparagus. Boil until pasta is tender, 2-3 minutes. , In a large nonstick skillet, saute shrimp in 2 tablespoons oil for 2 minutes. Add garlic; cook until shrimp turn pink, 1-2 minutes longer., Drain fettuccine mixture; add to skillet. Stir in the basil, salt, pepper and remaining oil; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 165mg cholesterol, Sodium 519mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic exchanges

FARFALLE WITH CREMINI, ASPARAGUS AND WALNUTS



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I saw this on "Everyday Italian" yesterday and really wanted to try it, mainly because I love both mushrooms and asparagus, and have been wanting a recipe to use up some of the mascarpone cheese in our fridge! I liked it a lot, and my husband loved it. I preferred mine without walnuts, so you may want to serve these on the side. It is so quick to make that it's sure to become a regular at our house! Keep in mind, however, that this is a very mild pasta, most likely very different from what you're used to!

Provided by hepcat1

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

salt
1 lb farfalle pasta
3 tablespoons butter
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 lb cremini mushroom, thickly sliced
1 lb thin asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup mascarpone cheese
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
3/4 cup walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (or more to taste)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta until al dente.
  • Drain pasta but reserve 1 cup pasta water.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add mushrooms and garlic; saute about 5 minutes until tender and most of the juices have evaporated.
  • Add asparagus and saute another 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Add the farfalle to skillet; stir in the mascarpone and nutmeg and toss until cheese coats the pasta.
  • Add a bit of the pasta water at a time to moisten (you do not need to use entire cup, just put enough in to moisten to your preference).
  • Stir in 1/2 cup walnuts and season pasta with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  • Place pasta in large bowl and sprinkle with the remaining parmesan and walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.6, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 18.9, Sodium 123.9, Carbohydrate 65.3, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 4.1, Protein 17.5

Tips:

  • Choose the right shrimp: Opt for medium-sized shrimp (41-50 count per pound) with a vibrant color and no off smell.
  • Prep the shrimp well: Devein and peel the shrimp, leaving the tail intact for a beautiful presentation.
  • Cook the shrimp properly: Sauté the shrimp in hot oil for a minute or two per side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Cook the shrimp in batches to prevent them from steaming and becoming rubbery.
  • Use fresh asparagus: Look for asparagus spears that are firm and bright green, with tightly closed tips.
  • Trim the asparagus properly: Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus spears, or use a knife to cut them off.
  • Cook the asparagus until tender-crisp: Sauté the asparagus in hot oil for a few minutes, or until it turns bright green and slightly tender, but still retains a bit of a bite.
  • Add flavor with herbs and spices: Garlic, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, and fresh herbs like parsley or basil can elevate the flavors of the dish.
  • Use a good quality pasta: Choose a pasta that will hold its shape well when cooked, such as farfalle (bow-tie pasta) or penne.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, but remove it from the pot a minute or two before the recommended cooking time to ensure it remains slightly firm.

Conclusion:

Farfalle with shrimp and asparagus is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With its vibrant colors and flavors, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. By following these tips, you can create a restaurant-quality pasta dish at home that everyone will love.

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