Best 20 Pasta With Asparagus Recipes

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Pasta with asparagus is a classic dish that can be enjoyed all year round. The combination of tender asparagus, flavorful pasta, and a creamy sauce makes it a delicious and satisfying meal. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion dish, pasta with asparagus is sure to please.

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PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS AND PROSCIUTTO



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt
1/2 cup diced prosciutto (about 3 1/2 ounces)
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1/2 cup dry white wine
Freshly ground pepper
1 cup heavy cream
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
12 ounces fettuccine
1 1/2 pounds asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the prosciutto in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it renders some fat and begins to brown, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and thyme and cook until the garlic just begins to soften, about 30 seconds. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the wine. Return to the heat and cook until the wine evaporates slightly, about 2 more minutes. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Add the cream and nutmeg and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 more minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook as the label directs, adding the asparagus during the last minute of cooking. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain the pasta and asparagus.
  • Add the cheese to the cream sauce and stir to combine. Add the pasta and asparagus and toss to coat, adding some of the reserved cooking water to loosen, if needed. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls and top with more cheese.

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS



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A clipped out recipe from one of the TOH magazines submitted by J Fisher. She originally added red pepper flakes and hot sauce (1 tsp flakes & 3 dashes hot sauce) to this dish but due to allergies in our home I had to take those out and adjust with a bit more pepper and some extra garlic. I hope you enjoy it. I love making this in the Spring when asparagus is very fresh and has small stalks.

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon oregano, chopped fine
1/4 cup olive oil, extra virgin
1 tablespoon butter
1 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces
1 dash salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper, freshly ground
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly shredded
1/2 lb mostaccioli pasta, cooked & drained (or other long tubular pasta)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil and butter and then saute garlic and oregano for 2-3 minutes, stirring often so they do not burn.
  • Add asparagus pieces, salt, and pepper and saute until asparagus is crisp-tender (about 8-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
  • Add parmesan cheese and mix well.
  • Pour over hot prepared pasta and toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.4, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 13.1, Sodium 166.2, Carbohydrate 48.5, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 3.8, Protein 12.6

LEMONY PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS AND WHITE BEANS



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Marinating canned white beans in lemon juice and zest, along with red-pepper flakes and shallots, imbues them with brightness and a touch of heat, adding so much flavor to this warm-weather pasta. It's dead simple to make: While the pasta cooks and the beans marinate, sauté the asparagus in olive oil, then use that pan to finish the dish. There's enough asparagus in the mix to make this a one-pan meal, but serving it with a crisp green salad on the side will add a little crunch and freshness.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, noodles, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large lemon, plus more fresh lemon juice for serving
1 (15-ounce) can white beans, rinsed
1 shallot, finely diced, or 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion
3 garlic cloves (2 thinly sliced, 1 finely grated)
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more to taste
Kosher salt
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound short pasta, such as campanelle, fusilli or farfalle
2 bunches asparagus (about 2 pounds), ends trimmed, stalks sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
2/3 cup coarsely chopped Italian parsley leaves
1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
Black pepper

Steps:

  • Grate the zest from the lemon into a small bowl. Halve the lemon and squeeze the juice from half of it on top of the zest. Add the white beans, shallot or onion, grated garlic, red-pepper flakes and a large pinch of salt and toss well. Drizzle in 1 tablespoon olive oil and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until just shy of al dente, usually 2 minutes less than the package directs.
  • Meanwhile, heat a 12-inch sauté pan over medium-high heat. When hot, add the remaining 3 tablespoons oil, then add the asparagus. Sauté until the asparagus is tender and starting to brown at the edges, 7 to 10 minutes. Add a big pinch of salt and the sliced garlic and sauté until the garlic is lightly golden, 1 to 2 minutes longer.
  • Dip a coffee mug or glass measuring cup into the pasta water and scoop out about 1/2 cup of it to use for the sauce. Drain pasta, shaking it well. Add pasta, bean mixture, parsley and Parmesan to sauté pan and cook until the beans are hot and the pasta is al dente. If the mixture looks dry, splash in some (or all) of the reserved pasta water. Squeeze remaining lemon half over pasta, toss and taste. Season with pepper; add more salt, red-pepper flakes and lemon juice, if desired.

PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH ASPARAGUS AND PEAS



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This simple pasta primavera uses a combination of the earliest vegetables available in spring - asparagus, peas and spring onions - making it a true celebration of the season. The sauce works best with springy egg pasta, preferably homemade or a good purchased brand. Make sure not to overcook it; you need the chewy bite to stand up to the gently cooked vegetables. If you can't find good fresh English peas, you can substitute frozen peas, but don't add them until the last minute of cooking.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, pastas, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 pound sugar snap peas, stems trimmed
1/2 pound asparagus, ends snapped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup fresh English peas
1/4 cup thinly sliced spring onion, white part only (or use shallot)
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, more as needed
Black pepper, more as needed
12 ounces fettuccine or tagliatelle, preferably fresh (see recipe)
2/3 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, at room temperature
1/2 cup crème fraîche or whole milk Greek yogurt, at room temperature
3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
1 tablespoon finely chopped tarragon

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • While the water is coming to a boil, slice snap peas and asparagus stems into 1/4-inch-thick pieces; leave asparagus tips whole.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add snap peas, asparagus, English peas and onion. Cook until vegetables are barely tender (but not too soft or mushy), 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • Drop pasta into boiling water and cook until al dente (1 to 3 minutes for fresh pasta, more for dried pasta). Drain well and transfer pasta to a large bowl. Immediately toss pasta with vegetables, Parmigiano-Reggiano, crème fraîche and herbs. Season generously with salt and pepper, if needed.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 553, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 76 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 576 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

THE BEST ASPARAGUS LEMON PASTA



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I came across this at Epicurious and fell in love, and its been elsewhere. Years of looking for the lemon pasta I remembered as a child, and finally found it. Tweaked it a little to my own taste, replacing parsley with fresh basil and using linguine. If you don't have tender asparagus, the europes best frozen ones are far better than woody fresh ones. Do NOT substitute lighter creams, it just does not work that well.

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb asparagus
1 lb linguine
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons lemon zest, freshly grated (from about 3 lemons)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup basil, finely chopped fresh leaves
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Steps:

  • Cut the asparagus into 1/2 inch slices on the diagonal, or just into 3 pieces.
  • In a steamer set over boiling water steam asparagus, covered, until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. set aside.
  • In a 6-quart kettle bring 5 quarts salted water to a boil for pasta.
  • In a deep 12-inch skillet heat butter and cream over moderately low heat until butter is melted and stir in zest, lemon juice, and salt. Remove skillet from heat and keep sauce warm, covered.
  • Add pasta to boiling water and boil, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Ladle 1/4 cup pasta water into sauce and drain pasta in colander.
  • Immediately add pasta and asparagus to sauce and cook over moderate heat, tossing, 1 minute, or until heated through. Add basil and salt and pepper to taste and toss well.
  • Sprinkle pasta with a little Parmesan and serve more Parmesan on the side.

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

ASPARAGUS CREAM PASTA



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Making a cream out of the stalks means that every mouthful of pasta will have a delicious taste of asparagus

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Pasta

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch asparagus
142ml tub double cream
2 garlic cloves , peeled, but left whole
50g parmesan , half grated, half shaved
250g tagliatelle

Steps:

  • To prepare the asparagus, cut off and discard the woody ends, then neatly cut the tips away from the stalks. Keep the tips and stalks separate. In a small saucepan bring the cream and garlic to the boil. Take off the heat, remove the garlic, then set the pan aside.
  • Cook the stalks in boiling salted water for about 4-5 mins until tender, drain, then tip into the cream with the grated parmesan. Blitz with a hand blender until smooth.
  • Cook the pasta according to pack instructions, then throw in the tips 2 mins before the end of cooking time. Gently reheat the cream, drain pasta, then tip into a bowl with the cream. Toss, divide into pasta bowls, top with parmesan shavings and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 931 calories, Fat 47 grams fat, SaturatedFat 26 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 100 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 28 grams protein, Sodium 0.53 milligram of sodium

LEMON ASPARAGUS PASTA



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Bright lemony flavor. Easy to make and can sit out during warm weather. Can be served hot, warm, or cold.

Provided by Chop Suey

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 large lemon, zested and juiced
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup olive oil
salt to taste
freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in penne and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes. Penne will still be slightly firm.
  • Stir asparagus into the pot with the boiling penne pasta and bring back to a boil; cook until pasta is tender and asparagus is softened but still bright green, about 3 more minutes. Drain pasta and asparagus.
  • Place penne and asparagus into a large bowl; lightly stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 157.7 mg, Sugar 3 g

CREAMY ASPARAGUS PASTA



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A wonderfully satisfying meal that cooks in minutes. Delicious!

Provided by HEIDI S.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
2 tablespoons butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pint light cream
1 pound linguine pasta
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Boil asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes; drain.
  • In a large saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Saute garlic and asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the cream and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add linguine and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and transfer to a serving dish.
  • Stir lemon juice into asparagus mixture; pour mixture over pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.8 calories, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 9.9 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 30.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

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.

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS AND LEMON SAUCE



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A quick midweek vegetarian pasta dish with asparagus and a creamy lemon sauce. I always use organic lemons whenever I use the zest.

Provided by barbara

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lemons
1 (16 ounce) box penne pasta
5 tablespoons butter, divided
¾ pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¾ cup heavy cream
1 ½ cups vegetable broth, or more to taste
4 sprigs fresh parsley, chopped
1 pinch white sugar, or to taste
2 ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
½ cup freshly shaved Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Zest and juice 1 1/2 lemons. Cut remaining lemon half into wedges and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of cooking water.
  • While penne is cooking, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a pot over medium heat and cook asparagus until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and remove from pot.
  • Add remaining 3 tablespoons butter and heat until a pinch of flour sprinkled into the pot will just begin to bubble. Whisk in flour to form a thick paste the consistency of cake frosting. Continue cooking, whisking constantly, for about 5 minutes. Whisk in cream and vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir lemon juice, lemon zest, and parsley into the sauce; season with salt, pepper, and sugar. Add asparagus and heat through, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and penne to the sauce and pour in some of the reserved cooking water. Serve with shaved Parmesan and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 810.8 calories, Carbohydrate 103.8 g, Cholesterol 108.1 mg, Fat 37.2 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 21.8 g, Sodium 512 mg, Sugar 9 g

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS



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Many terrific recipes change hands at my ladies' bridge group's monthly get-togethers. That's where I discovered this zippy, tempting dish. The garlic, asparagus, Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes create an irresistible taste combination. -Jean Fisher, Redlands, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 to 3 dashes hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 pound mostaccioli or elbow macaroni, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook the garlic, red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce in oil and butter for 1 minute. Add the asparagus, salt and pepper; saute until asparagus is crisp-tender, 8-10 minutes. Stir in cheese. Pour over hot pasta and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 83mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 21m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound mostaccioli or elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
5 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
2 to 3 dashes hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Boil water for the pasta. Cook as you are preparing the garlic/asparagus sauce. In a skillet, cook garlic, red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce in heated oil and butter for 2 to 3 minutes. Add asparagus, salt and pepper; saute until asparagus is crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese, mix well. Pour over hot pasta and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS



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This is a great low-fat pasta dish. I serve it to company all the time. Serve with a fruit salad and French bread.

Provided by S. Butters

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
¼ cup chicken broth
½ pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
8 ounces angel hair pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  • Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet. Saute asparagus in the pan over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Add chicken broth and mushroom slices; cook 3 minutes more.
  • Drain pasta, and transfer to a serving dish. Gently toss pasta with asparagus mixture; sprinkle with Parmesan and crushed red pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.7 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 338.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

ONE-POT PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS AND RICOTTA



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This recipe is sponsored by Target. Everything cooks in the same pot in this game-changing dinner: the aromatics (onions and garlic), the spring vegetables (asparagus and peas), and even the noodles (no separate pot of boiling water necessary!). It's finished with lemon, fresh basil and dollops of creamy ricotta.

Provided by Kelly Senyei

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound uncooked farfalle pasta
1/2 onion, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
4 cups vegetable broth
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup frozen peas
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup ricotta
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Combine the pasta, onions, garlic, asparagus, broth and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture boils, 7 to 10 minutes. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the frozen peas and continue to cook until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 2 minutes. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Taste and season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer the pasta to serving bowls and top with dollops of ricotta and a sprinkling of Parmesan. Garnish with basil leaves and serve.

PASTA WITH CREAMY ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh asparagus
1 1/4 cups nonfat yogurt
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
2 teaspoons cornstarch
8 ounces fresh fusilli or other short pasta
1 ounce Parmigiano Reggiano ( 1/3 cup coarsely grated)
1/8 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water to boil in covered pot for the pasta.
  • Wash the asparagus, then trim by breaking at the point where the tough, woody part of the stem meets the tender part. Cut into 1-inch pieces, and steam over hot water for 3 to 7 minutes.
  • Whisk the yogurt and sour cream with the mustard and the nutmeg, and blend a little of this mixture with the cornstarch to make a paste. Then, return cornstarch mixture to sour-cream yogurt.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Drain pasta and asparagus, and combine with yogurt-sour cream mixture. Cook over medium heat until mixture is just heated through.
  • Coarsely grate cheese, and add to the pasta-asparagus mixture. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 677, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 111 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 36 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 546 milligrams, Sugar 19 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHEESY ASPARAGUS PASTA



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What better way to enjoy spring's bounty than with a dish packed with asparagus? This gourmet take on mac and cheese will have the whole family excited about in-season fare.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for dishes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound short pasta, such as penne
1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound), tips trimmed, stalks sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups whole milk
8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
8 ounces sharp cheddar, grated
4 ounces Gruyere, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler, with rack 6 inches from heating element. Brush 4 small (8-ounce capacity) gratin dishes with butter. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; add pasta and cook according to package directions 1 minute less than al dente. Add asparagus and cook 1 minute more; drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat milk in a medium pot over medium-high until just simmering. Add cream cheese; whisk until smooth. Reserve 1/4 cup each cheddar and Gruyere; add remaining cheeses and butter to pot and whisk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Add cooked pasta and asparagus; stir to coat. Divide mixture among prepared dishes; sprinkle with reserved cheeses.
  • Broil, rotating dishes once, until pasta is crisp and browned in places, 1 to 2 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS



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Another nifty way to eat fresh asparagus. Don't you also get so tired of hollandaise sauce sometimes? I mean, come on, there HAS to be other great ways to eat this yummy green veggie. I got this recipe from foodtv.com and have made it several times.

Provided by Malriah

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb cooked elbow macaroni
5 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
2 -3 dashes Tabasco sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces
salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook garlic, red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce in heated oil AND butter for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add asparagus,salt and pepper.
  • Saute until asparagus is tender, but is still crisp (8 minutes?).
  • Add parmesan cheese and mix well.
  • Pour over hot pasta and toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 13.1, Sodium 128.5, Carbohydrate 48.6, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 3.8, Protein 12.6

ASPARAGUS SPAGHETTI



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Lots of asparagus is grown not too far from our h me. Each spring, when it's being harvested, I'll make several trips to the fields. I put about 40 lbs. in the freezer...with what's left, we gorge ourselves on fried asparagus, beef and asparagus, scalloped asparagus, etc.! It's no problem feeding my husband (he's retired; we have two grown children and four grandsons). He'll eat almost anything I put in front of him. We like this dish with a salad and dessert. It's so easy to prepare-it takes only about half an hour from start to serving.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
1 package (16 ounces) thin spaghetti
8 bacon strips, coarsely chopped
4 green onions, sliced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 to 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup butter, cubed

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cook, covered, 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain., In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Cook and stir green onions in bacon drippings 1-2 minutes or until tender. Add asparagus and pepper; heat through., Drain pasta; return to stockpot. Add asparagus mixture, cheese, cream, butter and bacon; toss to combine until butter is melted. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS



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

Provided by Irish Rose

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 lb bow tie pasta
5 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes
2 -3 dashes hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup chicken broth
1 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
salt
1/2 lb raw shrimp (optional)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Boil water for pasta. Cook as you are preparing the garlic/asparagus sauce.
  • In a skillet, cook garlic, pepper flakes, and hot sauce in heated oil and butter for 2-3 minutes. Add asparagus, salt and pepper and saute until asparagus is crisp tender, about 8 minutes. If you want to add about a half pound fresh shrimp, now is the time and saute it with the asparagus. Add chicken broth and freshly grated parmesan or romano cheese and mix well. Pour over hot pasta and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.7, Fat 28.3, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 81.3, Sodium 434.8, Carbohydrate 62.6, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 4.8, Protein 19.3

Tips:

  • Choose the right asparagus: Look for spears that are bright green, firm, and have tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are wilted, woody, or have yellow or brown spots.
  • Prepare the asparagus properly: Trim the woody ends of the asparagus spears and peel the bottom inch or two if desired. You can also blanch the asparagus briefly in boiling water to help preserve its color and crispness.
  • Cook the asparagus quickly: Asparagus is a delicate vegetable that can easily become overcooked. Cook it for just a few minutes, until it is tender-crisp. You can cook asparagus in a variety of ways, including sautéing, roasting, grilling, and steaming.
  • Pair asparagus with complementary flavors: Asparagus pairs well with a variety of flavors, including lemon, garlic, butter, Parmesan cheese, and eggs. It is also a great addition to salads, pasta dishes, and stir-fries.
  • Serve asparagus immediately: Asparagus is best served immediately after cooking. If you need to store asparagus, wrap it in a damp paper towel and place it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

Asparagus is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With its delicate flavor and crisp texture, asparagus is a perfect addition to any meal. Whether you are looking for a simple side dish or a more elaborate main course, there is an asparagus recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious vegetable to add to your meal, reach for asparagus. You won't be disappointed!

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