When it comes to creating a delectable and hearty meal, few dishes can surpass the elegance and flavor of penne with asparagus and mushrooms. This classic recipe combines the earthy flavors of asparagus and mushrooms with the tender texture of penne pasta, resulting in a dish that is both visually appealing and satisfying to the palate. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this article will provide you with the essential steps and culinary guidance you need to prepare a mouthwatering penne dish that will impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, don your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.
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PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS AND MUSHROOMS
Fresh sauteed vegetables are combined with a fresh creamy tomato sauce to create this delicious, easy to make pasta dish. Serve with grated cheese.
Provided by ANITA92677
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the garlic until lightly browned. Place mushrooms in the skillet, and cook 5 minutes. Mix in asparagus, and cook 5 minutes, or until tender. Stir in the tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place penne pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- Mix the heavy cream into the skillet, and continue cooking 10 minutes, until sauce is thickened. Serve over the cooked pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Cholesterol 40.8 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 233.9 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
CREAMY SKILLET PENNE WITH MUSHROOMS AND ASPARAGUS
Make and share this Creamy Skillet Penne With Mushrooms and Asparagus recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Penne
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over med-high heat until shimmering.
- Add in white mushrooms and ½ teaspoon salt; cook until mushrooms are browned, about 8 minutes.
- Stir in shallots, porcini, and thyme; cook until shallot has softened, about 1 minute.
- Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Stir in wine and simmer until almost dry, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the water, cream, and penne; increase heat to high and cook, stirring often, until penne is almost tender and liquid has thickened, 12-15 minutes.
- Add in asparagus and cook until tender, about 3 minutes.
- Take pan off heat; stir in cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste; serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.4, Fat 30.7, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 92.5, Sodium 242.4, Carbohydrate 59.9, Fiber 9.8, Sugar 3.9, Protein 15.9
PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS AND MUSHROOMS
I love this pasta dish in the summer. It is filling without being too heavy, and fresh asparagus in season is the best. This is not meant to have a heavy sauce, just a light cream that's full of flavor to coat the ingredients. Proscuitto or ham may be substituted for the bacon, but you'll probably need to add a tablespoon of butter to saute the onion and mushrooms.
Provided by Gatorbek
Categories Penne
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large pot, prepare pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium high heat, brown the bacon for 2 minutes. Add the onions and saute about 5 minutes until the onions are soft.
- Add the mushrooms and saute until tender and the liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes more.
- Stir in asparagus, chicken broth, and evaporated milk or cream and bring up to a simmer. Add pasta and stir. Cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes, until the asparagus is crisp-tender, but NOT mushy. Serve immediately sprinkled with parmesan cheese and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.4, Fat 21, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 33, Sodium 409.9, Carbohydrate 70.1, Fiber 10.6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 15.7
PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS AND CHERRY TOMATOES (SPRING)
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- In a large saute pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the asparagus, season with the salt and pepper, and cook for 3 minutes until slightly soft. Add the cherry tomatoes and peas. Cook for 2 minutes. Pour the chicken stock into the pan and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook until the tomatoes start to burst and the stock is reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
- Transfer the asparagus mixture to a large serving bowl. Add the cooked pasta and 1/2 of the Parmesan. Toss well, adding reserved pasta water, if needed, to loosen the pasta. Garnish with the remaining Parmesan and chopped basil.
PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS AND PEPPERS
Steps:
- In a large skillet, combine asparagus, stock, onions, garlic, peppers, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil and reduce liquid to 1/4 cup, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Stir in remaining ingredients, except cheese. Toss with hot, cooked pasta. Top with cheese and serve hot.
SPRINGTIME PENNE
With ham, asparagus, onion and pasta in a creamy sauce, this stovetop supper is tasty enough for even your pickiest guests. It's great with penne, but you can also try it with mostaccioli or another type of pasta.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute asparagus and onion in butter for 5-8 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender., Add the ham, cream, pepper and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook over low heat for 1 minute. Drain pasta. Add to the asparagus mixture; toss to coat. If desired, top with shredded Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS
Provided by Dawn Murray
Categories Cheese Pasta Tomato Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Asparagus Bon Appétit Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt butter with oil in heavy large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and sauté 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer asparagus to bowl. Add onions and garlic to Dutch oven. Sauté until light golden, about 10 minutes. Add tomatoes with their juices, oregano and crushed red pepper. Bring sauce to boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until sauce thickens slightly, breaking up tomatoes with back of spoon and stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
- Return asparagus to sauce. Cook until asparagus is crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Add penne and 1/2 cup cheese. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer pasta to large bowl. Serve, passing additional cheese separately.
PENNE WITH MUSHROOMS
Tiny, white button mushrooms make a delicious, simple sauce for pasta. Try them with penne or large shells.
Provided by pigmrtn
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place the penne pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook the garlic and mushrooms until mushrooms are tender. Season with salt and pepper, and mix in the butter.
- In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta and the mushroom mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with parsley to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.8 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 104.6 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
PENNE WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND ASPARAGUS
Heavenly!!! This is a family favorite that is very easy to put together. A good quality white wine works best.... enjoy! Cooking time includes waiting for water to boil!
Provided by Heart N Soul
Categories Penne
Time 30m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook Pasta as directed, drain, set aside.
- In large skillet, heat olive oil.
- Add onion, garlic, and rosemary, saute until garlic begins to caramelize and the onions are translucent.
- Add white wine and simmer for about one minute.
- Add the heavy cream, salt, pepper, asparagus and sundried tomatoes.
- Simmer for about 5 minutes or until vegetables are heated.
- Toss cream mixture with pasta and Grated cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1389.6, Fat 60.1, SaturatedFat 24.4, Cholesterol 122.3, Sodium 82.6, Carbohydrate 194.5, Fiber 28.8, Sugar 3.4, Protein 22.4
BUTTERY PAN ROASTED MUSHROOMS AND ASPARAGUS
Make and share this Buttery Pan Roasted Mushrooms and Asparagus recipe from Food.com.
Provided by akgrown
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a heavy frying pan (I like cast iron)cook onion and butter on med-high to high heat until onion is tender.
- Add mushrooms and cook until they start to brown, stirring often.
- Add asparagus, salt, and pepper to taste and cook until crisp-tender. This dish is best when the asparagus is still a bit crisp and bright green. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 45.8, Sodium 174.3, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 3.5, Protein 5.2
MUSHROOM PENNE BAKE
This is an easy, hearty and delicious meal for a chilly evening! Its cheesy goodness will have you going in for seconds. Serve with salad and garlic bread. -Sue Aschemeier, Defiance, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pot; cool slightly., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute mushrooms until tender, 4-6 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in marinara sauce and seasonings. Spread half the mixture into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray., Stir ricotta cheese and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese into pasta; spoon over mushroom mixture. Spread with remaining mushroom mixture., Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 748mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ELEGANT PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS AND SHRIMP
This is a healthy, hearty, yet elegant recipe that is good enough for guests. It is also very easy and can be made with little notice. With low-carb pasta this can a good low-carb meal idea.
Provided by MissyPorkChop
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Shrimp
Time 35m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and onion, and cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour in the white wine, and simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in the red pepper flakes, butter, and asparagus; cook until the asparagus is just tender, about 3 minutes. Add the shrimp and lemon juice, continue cooking until the shrimp have turned pink and are no longer translucent in the center. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Toss the cooked penne pasta with the shrimp and asparagus mixture. Sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan cheese to garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 637.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 313.5 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 50.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 522.2 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
PENNE WITH PANCETTA AND MUSHROOMS
I threw this dish of penne pasta, pancetta bacon, and mushrooms together one afternoon for lunch.
Provided by jojobeanzsis
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
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; drain and set aside. Meanwhile, cook pancetta in a large skillet over medium heat until browned but not crispy, about 5 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
- Pour pancetta grease out of the skillet, and add butter. Increase heat to medium-high and stir in sliced mushrooms. Cook and stir until the mushrooms have softened and released their liquid. Add the minced garlic, and cook 2 more minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, then stir in cream and Italian seasoning. Simmer until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- To serve, toss the cooked penne with the sauce, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 537.2 calories, Carbohydrate 66.2 g, Cholesterol 68.2 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 299.3 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS CARBONARA
This is an easy recipe, and one that you can twist and tweak endlessly, depending on what food you have on hand. The vegetable and the pasta shape don't matter much. And since you forgo the pork of a traditional carbonara, egg-friendly vegetarians will be happy.
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dinner, lunch, pastas, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Snap off the ends of the asparagus. If the stalks are thick, peel the bottoms. Slant-cut the asparagus in 1-inch pieces. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet. Add garlic and cook on medium-low until the garlic is fragrant. Add asparagus and stir-fry until al dente, about 5 minutes. Remove pan from heat.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook until al dente. In a medium-size bowl, beat eggs enough to blend them. Gradually whisk 1/2 cup of the pasta water into the eggs. Drain pasta and add to skillet. Add remaining oil and toss with asparagus over low heat, just enough to combine and warm the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper. Remove pan from heat.
- Very slowly stir about half the egg mixture into the pasta and asparagus, mixing everything constantly. Don't worry if some of the egg scrambles a bit. Quickly stir the cheese into remaining eggs, pour over the ingredients in the skillet and mix. Fold in tarragon. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 494, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 585 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS AND BASIL
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and red pepper; sauté until garlic is golden, about 2 minutes. Add asparagus, tomatoes, stock and 1/4 cup sliced basil. Cook until asparagus is crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain. Transfer to large bowl.
- Pour sauce over pasta. Add cheese, parsley and 1/4 cup chopped basil. Toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
MUSHROOM AND ASPARAGUS PASTA
Simple and yummy pasta
Provided by rose.moon
Time 45m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Cut the asparagus into 7.5cm/3in lengths. Very finely chop the garlic. Slice the mushrooms. Finely grate the cheese.
- Cook pasta according to instructions on the pack.
- Meanwhile cook the asparagus stems in boiling water for 2mins. Add the asparagus tips and cook for a further minute. Drain.
- Heat the oil and cook the garlic and mushrooms for one minute, stirring.
- Add vegetable stock, black pepper and thyme. Cover and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add asparagus and heat gently. Fold in the cooked, drained pasta and most of the cheese.
- Serve immediately with the remaining cheese sprinkled on top.
PENNE WITH CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS
A light but super-tasty pasta dish, with fresh asparagus cooked in broth with sauteed garlic and seasoned chicken.
Provided by LAUREL B
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
- Warm 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in chicken, and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until chicken is cooked through and browned, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken to paper towels.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet. Then stir in asparagus, garlic, and a pinch more garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cover, and steam until the asparagus is just tender, about 5 to 10 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet, and warm through.
- Stir chicken mixture into pasta, and mix well. Let sit about 5 minutes. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, stir again, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.1 calories, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Cholesterol 19.6 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 68.7 mg, Sugar 3 g
PENNE WITH RICOTTA AND ASPARAGUS
Provided by Amanda Hesser
Categories dinner, weekday, pastas, main course
Time 20m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Season with enough salt that the water tastes salty. Add the asparagus and cook until tender but still firm, about 4 minutes. Lift out the asparagus with tongs and transfer to an ice bath. Cut into 1/8 -inch slices, leaving tips intact.
- Bring the water back to a boil and add the penne.
- Meanwhile, rub a large serving bowl with the garlic. Add the ricotta, olive oil and 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water; blend. When the pasta is done, drain it (reserving some water) and add it to the ricotta mixture. Top with the asparagus and half the Parmesan cheese, then fold everything together. Season to taste, adding some reserved pasta water if needed. Divide among 4 shallow bowls and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 769, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 94 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 37 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 902 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
PENNE WITH BROCCOLI AND MUSHROOMS
Categories Milk/Cream Mushroom Pasta Vegetarian Quick & Easy High Fiber Parmesan Broccoli Fall Winter Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Steam 4 cups broccoli florets until crisp-tender. Rinse under cold water. Drain.
- Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and stemmed shiitake) and garlic and sauté until mushrooms are almost tender, about 5 minutes. Add cream, thyme and red pepper and bring to boil. Add pasta and broccoli and cook until pasta is coated, tossing gently, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to large bowl. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
ASPARAGUS PENNE
Penne and delicious asparagus, highlighted with cherry (or grape) tomatoes. Plunk em' in, and just devour!
Provided by Andi Longmeadow Farm
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- In a large saute pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the asparagus, season with the salt and pepper, and cook for 3 minutes until slightly soft. Add the cherry tomatoes and peas. Cook for 2 minutes. Pour the stock into the pan and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook until the tomatoes start to burst and the stock is reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
- Transfer the asparagus mixture to a large serving bowl. Add the cooked pasta and 1/2 of the Parmesan. Toss well, adding reserved pasta water, if needed, to loosen the pasta. Garnish with the remaining Parmesan and chopped basil.
Tips:
- Choose the right pasta. Penne is a great choice for this dish, as it holds the sauce well and is sturdy enough to stand up to the asparagus and mushrooms.
- Use fresh, seasonal ingredients. Asparagus and mushrooms are both at their best in the spring and summer, so this dish is perfect for a light and refreshing meal.
- Don't overcook the asparagus. Asparagus should be cooked just until it is tender-crisp. If you overcook it, it will become mushy and lose its flavor.
- Use a good quality olive oil. Olive oil is a key ingredient in this dish, so it's important to use a good quality oil that has a fruity flavor.
- Season to taste. Salt and pepper are the only seasonings you really need for this dish, but you can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes or grated Parmesan cheese if you like.
Conclusion:
Penne with asparagus and mushrooms is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a light and refreshing meal. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, give this recipe a try!
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