Best 15 Fettuccine Alfredo With Asparagus Recipes

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Fettuccine alfredo with asparagus is a classic Italian dish that is both delicious and easy to make. The combination of creamy Alfredo sauce, tender asparagus, and al dente pasta is simply irresistible. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a restaurant-quality dish in the comfort of your own home.

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

FETTUCCINE ALFREDO WITH ASPARAGUS



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Ready to go at a moment's notice, this asparagus-embellished classic is not only creamy, quick and delicious, but it dirties only one pot.

Categories     alfredo     asparagus     with     Fettuccine

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb. asparagus
3/4 lb. fettuccine
4 tbsp. butter
1 c. heavy cream
1 pinch grated nutmeg
3/4 tsp. salt
tsp. fresh-ground black pepper
1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Snap the tough ends off the asparagus and discard them. Cut the asparagus spears into 1-inch pieces. In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the fettuccine until almost done, about 8 minutes. Add the asparagus; cook until it and the pasta are just done, about 4 minutes longer.
  • Drain the pasta and asparagus. Toss with the butter, cream, nutmeg, salt, pepper and Parmesan. Serve with additional Parmesan.
  • VARIATIONSFettuccine Alfredo: Eliminate the asparagus.Fettuccine Alfredo with Ham and Peas: Eliminate the asparagus. Add 1 cup frozen peas to the pasta during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Toss 1/4 pound of deli ham, cut into matchstick strips, with the remaining ingredients.Fettuccine Alfredo with Fresh Mixed Herbs: Eliminate the asparagus. Toss in 3 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, and/or chives, at the end.Fettuccine Alfredo with Parsley and Sage: Eliminate the asparagus. Toss in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley and 1/2 teaspoon dried sage at the end.
  • Wine Recommendation: A forcefully acidic white wine is a natural with asparagus and will pierce the richness of the sauce. Try one of the sauvignon blancs from New Zealand or a vernaccia from Italy.

FETTUCCINE ALFREDO WITH ASPARAGUS



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From Food and Wine...Ready to go at a moment's notice, this asparagus-embellished classic is not only creamy, quick and delicious, but it dirties only one pot.

Provided by Thea

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb asparagus
3/4 lb fettuccine
4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1 cup heavy cream
1 pinch grated nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Snap the tough ends off the asparagus and discard them. Cut the asparagus spears into 1-inch pieces. In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the fettuccine until almost done, about 8 minutes. Add the asparagus; cook until it and the pasta are just done, about 4 minutes longer.
  • Drain the pasta and asparagus. Toss with the butter, cream, nutmeg, salt, pepper and Parmesan. Serve with additional Parmesan.
  • VARIATIONS.
  • Fettuccine Alfredo: Eliminate the asparagus.
  • Fettuccine Alfredo with Ham and Peas: Eliminate the asparagus. Add 1 cup frozen peas to the pasta during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Toss 1/4 pound of deli ham, cut into matchstick strips, with the remaining ingredients.
  • Fettuccine Alfredo with Fresh Mixed Herbs: Eliminate the asparagus. Toss in 3 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, and/or chives, at the end.
  • Fettuccine Alfredo with Parsley and Sage: Eliminate the asparagus. Toss in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley and 1/2 teaspoon dried sage at the end.
  • Wine Recommendation: A forcefully acidic white wine is a natural with asparagus and will pierce the richness of the sauce. Try one of the sauvignon blancs from New Zealand or a vernaccia from Italy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 714.6, Fat 41.2, SaturatedFat 24.2, Cholesterol 194.9, Sodium 785, Carbohydrate 67.8, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 3.3, Protein 21

FETTUCCINE ALFREDO



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Giada De Laurentiis' take on Fettuccine Alfredo, from Everyday Italian on Food Network, gets added flavor from lemon and nutmeg.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

18 ounces fresh fettuccine
2 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
12 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups grated Parmesan
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Pinch freshly grated nutmeg
Salt and freshly ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Drain. Stir 2 cups of the cream and the lemon juice in a heavy large skillet to blend. Add the butter and cook over medium heat just until the butter melts, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add the pasta and toss. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of cream, and Parmesan to the cream sauce in the skillet. Add the lemon zest, nutmeg, salt, and white pepper. Toss the pasta mixture over low heat until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1 minute.

CHICKEN ALFREDO WITH MUSHROOMS AND ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 39m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 (8-ounce) package sliced fresh white mushrooms
1 cup fresh or frozen chopped onion (about 1 medium-large yellow onion)
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 (10-ounce) package carved, fully cooked chicken breast
1 (10-ounce) package prepared alfredo sauce (from the refrigerator counter; use light or reduced-fat, if you like)
1/4 cup dry Marsala, Sherry, or white wine
1 (9-ounce) package frozen asparagus cuts (do not thaw but do separate into individual pieces)
3 cups Al Dente Make-Ahead Rice, reheated, recipe follows
2 quarts water
4 cups uncooked converted white rice (no substitute)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large, heavy skillet over moderate heat 2 minutes. Add mushrooms, onion, garlic, marjoram, thyme, and pepper and cook, stirring often, until the juice released from the mushrooms evaporates, about 5 minutes.
  • Add chicken, alfredo sauce, and wine; adjust heat so mixture bubbles gently, then cook, stirring frequently and breaking up chicken, until steaming, about 3 minutes.
  • Add asparagus, distributing evenly over surface of mixture, cover and cook just until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes; no longer or asparagus will become mushy.
  • Make a bed of rice on heated deep platter, spoon chicken mixture on top, and serve.
  • Bring water to rapid boil in large (at least 4 1/2-quart), heavy saucepan over high heat.
  • Add rice, stir well, and then return to rapid boil. Adjust heat so water stays at gentle but steady ripple and cook uncovered until all water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Do not stir.
  • Fluff rice gently with fork and cool 1 hour. Do not cover.
  • Fluff rice gently again, then spoon lightly, do not pack, into plastic storage containers, snap on lids, label, and date. Set in refrigerator or freezer.
  • To reheat refrigerated or frozen rice, pile rice in large fine sieve, fork lightly apart and balance sieve in top of large, heavy saucepan over 2-inches boiling water. Cover loosely with lid or foil and steam until just heated through, 3 to 5 minutes, but times will vary according to amount of rice being reheated and whether it's refrigerated or frozen. Fluff with fork and serve.
  • Yield: 16 cups

ASPARAGUS FETTUCCINE



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Asparagus is in season, so celebrate with this satisfying meatless dish from Genise Krause of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. The tender spears pair beautifully with the creamy white sauce, which is tossed with fettuccine right in the skillet.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon butter
2 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the asparagus, onion and garlic in butter until tender. , Add the remaining ingredients. Cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and sauce is blended. Drain fettuccine; toss with asparagus mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 388mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

FETTUCCINE WITH ASPARAGUS AND PEAS



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Vicki Kamstra of Spokane, Washington writes, "I found this years ago, it has truly been a crowd pleaser. I often use whole wheat pasta instead; it's a great substitution!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
2 medium leeks (white portion only), sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/4 cup plus 6 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute leeks in oil for 1 minute. Add asparagus and garlic; saute until asparagus is crisp-tender. Stir in the peas, salt and pepper., Drain fettuccine, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Place ricotta cheese in a small bowl; whisk in reserved cooking liquid. Whisk in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, lemon juice and zest. Add to the skillet; heat through. , Add fettuccine; toss to coat. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 363mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY FETTUCCINE WITH ASPARAGUS



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Toasted pine nuts add crunch to this combo of fettuccine and asparagus.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup pine nuts
3/4 pound fettuccine (or other thick-stranded pasta)
2 bunches asparagus, trimmed, halved lengthwise, and cut crosswise into thirds
4 ounces creamy goat cheese log, broken into pieces
2 tablespoons grainy mustard
2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill leaves
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a small skillet over medium heat, toast pine nuts, stirring often, until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook fettuccine until al dente, according to package instructions, adding asparagus during last 5 minutes of cooking. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water; drain.
  • Return pasta, asparagus, and reserved pasta water to the pot. Toss with goat cheese, mustard, dill, and toasted pine nuts. Season with coarse salt and ground pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 25 g

FETTUCCINE ALFREDO WITH SHRIMP, ASPARAGUS AND MUSHROOMS



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Make and share this Fettuccine Alfredo With Shrimp, Asparagus and Mushrooms recipe from Food.com.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 1 pot, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs fettuccine
1 lb asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 tablespoon butter
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup fresh lemon juice
2 cups parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, ground
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 lb shrimp, cooked and peeled

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions, making the addition of the asparagus during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Saute mushrooms until tender, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Combine cream, half-n-half, and lemon juice in another large, deep skillet or Dutch oven. Cook over medium heat about 3 minutes. Add pasta and asparagus and stir to coat. Add cheese, then season with nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste, continuing to stir until sauce thickens slightly, about 1 minute. Remove from heat; add shrimp and mushrooms. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 616.9, Fat 29, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 223.9, Sodium 497.1, Carbohydrate 61.7, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3, Protein 28.7

CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS FETTUCCINE



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This is so rich and filling that one serving goes a long way. Crusty bread and a salad is all this creamy dish needs to make a complete and hearty meal.

Provided by STEPHNDON

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces dry fettuccini pasta
2 cups 1 inch pieces fresh asparagus
½ cup butter
2 cups half-and-half cream
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ pound cooked chicken breasts - cut into bite size pieces

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Add the asparagus during the last 3 to 5 minutes of cooking. Drain, and transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine butter and half-and-half. Cook until thick and bubbly. Season with garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir in Parmesan cheese and chicken, and heat through.
  • Pour sauce over pasta and asparagus, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.1 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Cholesterol 113.7 mg, Fat 30.9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 365 mg, Sugar 3 g

PASTA ALFREDO WITH LEMON AND ASPARAGUS



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This simple one-pot pasta features fresh asparagus and is as lovely to look at as it is delicious to eat. Serve smaller portions of this creamy pasta as a first course, or make it a luxurious main dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 35m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large egg yolks
1 cup heavy cream
2 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano, finely grated (1 1/4 cups), plus more for serving
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus more for serving (optional), and 1 tablespoon fresh juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
12 ounces linguine
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut on the diagonal into 1-inch pieces (about 2 cups)

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, cream, cheese, lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper to combine.
  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta 2 minutes less than per package instructions. Add asparagus; cook until bright green and tender, about 2 minutes more. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water; drain.
  • Return pasta and asparagus to pot along with egg mixture. Toss until well combined, adding a few tablespoons of pasta water at a time until sauce coats pasta. Add lemon juice; season to taste. Serve immediately, with more cheese, pepper, and lemon zest.

FETTUCCINE WITH ASPARAGUS



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Finding a 30-minute dish that's elegant enough for a dinner party is no simple task, but this warm-weather pasta is one to fit the bill. It is gleefully easy to put together. Just toss slices of blanched asparagus with a tangle of cooked fettuccine slicked with butter. Shower with grated Parmesan and serve.

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 fresh asparagus spears, about 1/2 pound
10 ounces fresh fettuccine or 3/4 pound dried fettuccine
2 tablespoons butter
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil or parsley
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground pepper and salt to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
  • Cut off tough ends of asparagus spears. Cut each on the bias into 1-inch lengths. There should be about 1 1/2 cups. Rinse well and drain.
  • Add the asparagus to the boiling water and cook about 2 minutes. Remove asparagus with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Drop the fettuccine into salted boiling water. Let cook to desired degree of doneness (cooking time will range from about 2 to 2 1/2 minutes for fresh pasta to 9 minutes or more for dried). Reserve 2 tablespoons cooking water. Drain the pasta.
  • Heat the butter in the pot in which the pasta was cooked. Add the asparagus pieces and the fettuccine. Add salt, pepper and nutmeg. Add the reserved 2 tablespoons of cooking water and basil. Toss to blend. Serve hot with Parmesan cheese on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 324, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 350 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

FETTUCCINE ALFREDO WITH ASPARAGUS RECIPE



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Provided by á-3145

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound asparagus
3/4 pound fettuccine
4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1 cup heavy cream
Pinch grated nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Step 1 Snap the tough ends off the asparagus and discard them. Cut the asparagus spears into 1-inch pieces. In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the fettuccine until almost done, about 8 minutes. Add the asparagus; cook until it and the pasta are just done, about 4 minutes longer. Step 2 Drain the pasta and asparagus. Toss with the butter, cream, nutmeg, salt, pepper, and Parmesan. Serve with additional Parmesan. Notes Variations • Fettuccine Alfredo Eliminate the asparagus. • Fettuccine Alfredo with Ham and Peas Eliminate the asparagus. Add 1 cup frozen peas to the pasta during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Toss 1/4 pound of deli ham, cut into matchstick strips, with the remaining ingredients. • Fettuccine Alfredo with Fresh Mixed Herbs Eliminate the asparagus. Toss in 3 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, and/or chives, at the end. • Fettuccine Alfredo with Parsley and Sage Eliminate the asparagus. Toss in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley and 1/2 teaspoon dried sage at the end.

HAM AND ASPARAGUS FETTUCCINE



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I LOVE fettuccine, and when made with a bit of leftover ham it takes on a heartiness and richness so filling there isn't room for dessert!

Provided by STEPHNDON

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy     Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces dry fettuccini noodles
8 ounces fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
½ cup butter
2 cups heavy cream
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
½ pound cooked ham, diced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Stir asparagus into pot in the last five minutes of cooking; drain.
  • While pasta is cooking, heat butter and cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat. When mixture begins to bubble, stir in Parmesan, garlic powder, pepper and cayenne. Continue cooking until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally. Stir in ham and heat through.
  • Toss pasta and asparagus with sauce and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 754.3 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 179.3 mg, Fat 55.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 32.5 g, Sodium 785.4 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

CHICKEN ASPARAGUS FETTUCCINE ALFREDO RECIPE



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This Chicken Asparagus Fettuccine Alfredo is so simple to throw together, and is sure to be a hit with the picky eaters. If you are a pasta lover, this recipe is sure to be a new favorite.

Provided by Contributor

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 ounces fettuccine noodles
5 Tablespoons olive oil (divided)
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into cubes)
salt (to taste)
pepper (to taste)
garlic powder (to taste)
1 cup chicken broth
1 bunch asparagus
1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
½ cup parmesan cheese (shredded)
20 oz alfredo sauce

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to directions on package for Al dente, then drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet or saucepan, warm 3 Tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken to pan and sprinkle with salt and pepper and garlic powder. Cook for 5 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and place on paper towels to absorb extra oil.
  • In the same pan, add chicken broth, asparagus and minced garlic. Cover and steam for 5 to 10 minutes until asparagus is soft.
  • Stir chicken and asparagus mixture into noodles. Drizzle on remaining 2 Tablespoons of olive oil.
  • Mix in Alfredo sauce and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657 kcal, Carbohydrate 61 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Sodium 973 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FETTUCCINE WITH MUSHROOMS AND ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Michael Lomonaco

Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Mushroom     Nut     Pasta     Vegetable     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Asparagus     Spring     Noodle

Yield Serves 6 to 8 as an appetizer or 4 as a main course

Number Of Ingredients 13

Fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red onion cut into small dice
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, plus more to taste
1/2 pound cremini mushrooms, wiped clean with a damp cloth and thinly sliced
1/2 cup homemade vegetable stock or store-bought, low-sodium vegetable broth
1/2 pound thin or pencil asparagus, thinly sliced on the bias, tip end left about 1 1/2 inches long
3/4 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons pine nuts
1 pound dried fettuccine or pappardelle
2 tablespoons shredded basil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • 1. Bring 6 quarts water to a boil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over high heat, then add 2 tablespoons salt.
  • 2. While waiting for the water to boil, heat the oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the onion and pepper flakes and sauté quickly to keep the ingredients from scorching. Add the mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until the mushrooms darken slightly in color and are softened but still holding their shape, about 5 minutes. Add the broth and asparagus and cook, stirring gently, for 2 minutes. Stir in the cream, immediately reduce the heat to keep it from scorching, and cook for several minutes.
  • 3. Meanwhile, toast the pine nuts in a sauté pan over low heat, shaking the pan, just until they are warm and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • 4. Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente, 7 to 9 minutes from the time the water returns to a boil (10 minutes if you are using pappardelle).
  • 5. Add the basil, butter, pine nuts, and cheese to the pan with the mushrooms and toss well.
  • 6. Reserve a cup or so of the pasta's cooking liquid, then drain the pasta and add it to the pan with the mushrooms, asparagus, and sauce. If the sauce seems too dry, stir in a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water. Toss, taste, and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, and more pepper flakes if necessary.
  • 7. Present the pasta in a bowl and serve family style from the center of the table, or divide among individual plates.
  • Your Nightly Specials
  • Mushrooms: Instead of using the cremini, use 1 cup dried porcini mushrooms.
  • Dried Mushrooms: Dried mushrooms like porcini, morel, and chanterelle offer a quick way to add flavor to cooking and are especially useful in the off season or winter months. Always rinse dried mushrooms under cold running water to remove any lingering dirt and sand, then reconstitute them in hot water for 20 minutes, drain, and strain the liquid. Save the liquid for soups and sauces. Keeping a small packet of dried mushrooms, which costs just a few dollars, in your pantry will five earthy flavor on demand.
  • Use a spice grinder to grind dried porcini to a powder. This seasoning powder will very economically make a full pot of risotto taste like a much more costly version, something many restaurants do to make flavors pop. Add 1 tablespoon to the finished mushrooms for a powerful and full flavor at an economical price.
  • Porcini Mushrooms: Fresh porcini are among the most delicious of mushrooms. When they are available each fall, by all means use them, although they are expensive and need to be cooked as quickly as possible because they are highly perishable.
  • Add 1/2 cup of blanched and shocked fresh or frozen peas, spincach, and/or broccoli buds.
  • Toss some shredded, leftover roasted turkey or duck meat into the pan along with the cooked pasta.

Tips:

- **Use high-quality ingredients:** Fresh asparagus, good quality butter, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese will make all the difference in the taste of your dish. - **Cook the asparagus properly:** Asparagus should be cooked until it is tender-crisp. Overcooking will make it mushy. - **Don't overcrowd the pan:** When cooking the asparagus, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the asparagus from cooking evenly. - **Make sure the sauce is thick enough:** The sauce should be thick enough to coat the pasta and asparagus. If it is too thin, add more Parmesan cheese or butter. - **Serve immediately:** Fettuccine Alfredo with Asparagus is best served immediately. The pasta will start to absorb the sauce and become mushy if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Fettuccine Alfredo with Asparagus is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its creamy sauce, tender asparagus, and al dente pasta, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is a great way to enjoy the flavors of spring.

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