JAW DROPPINGLY DELICIOUS ASPARAGUS PENNE (RACHAEL RAY)

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Recipe taken from "Rachel Ray's Big Orange Book". I haven't tried this yet, however it caught my eye because it has asparagus in it. I am trying to be more healthy and have more veggies in my diet. This book has a vegetarian section in it, which I was real excited about. :]

Provided by marggie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

salt
1 lb thin asparagus, trimmed of ends
1 lb whole wheat penne
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup vegetable stock
3/4 cup half-and-half
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, finely chopped, a couple of sprigs
1 lemon, juice of
grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt the water. Drop the asparagus in for 2 minutes, then remove, drain, and chop into 2-inch pieces. Add the pasta to the water and cook to al dente.
  • To a skillet placed over medium heat, add the EVOO and butter. When the butter melts into the oil, add the garlic and gently cook for 2 to 3 minutes, then sprinkle the flour into the pan and cook for 1 minute, stirring. Whisk in the stock, half and half, mustard, and lemon zest. Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and tarragon, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes to thicken. Add the lemon juice, and gently toss the asparagus and pasta with the sauce to coat. Turn off the heat and adjust the salt and pepper to taste, then top with grated cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 547.6, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 24.4, Sodium 156.2, Carbohydrate 98.2, Fiber 12.4, Sugar 2, Protein 22.2

Bbosa Samuel
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch. The asparagus is cooked perfectly and the sauce is light and flavorful. I also love the addition of the toasted pine nuts. They add a nice crunch and flavor to the dish.


Khuram Malik
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This asparagus penne is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the creamy sauce and the asparagus was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again for my kids.


sandeepa pradeep
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook asparagus, and this recipe is a great one! The lemon zest and Parmesan cheese really brighten up the flavor of the asparagus. I also love the addition of the toasted pine nuts. They add a nice crunch and flavor


Haji G Murtaza
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The asparagus cooks quickly and the sauce is simple to make. I also love the addition of the toasted pine nuts. They add a nice crunch and flavor to the dish.


Shahid Bangash
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I made this asparagus penne for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again for my next potluck.


sa se
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This asparagus penne is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some leftover asparagus from a previous meal and I was looking for a way to use it up. This recipe was perfect! The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I


Xhuljan Breshanaj
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this dish. The lemon zest and Parmesan cheese really helped to balance out the flavor of the asparagus. I also liked the addition of the toasted pine nuts. They added a nice crunch and flavor to th


Klaus Walker
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion meal. The asparagus is cooked perfectly and the sauce is light and flavorful. I also love the addition of the toasted pine nuts. They add a nice crunch and flavor to the dish.


Ayodeji Isaac
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I made this asparagus penne for a dinner party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again for my next dinner party.


Update Mobile
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch. The asparagus is cooked perfectly and the sauce is light and flavorful. I also love the addition of the toasted pine nuts. They add a nice crunch and flavor to the dish.


Angle Jannat
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This asparagus penne is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the creamy sauce and the asparagus was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again for my kids.


Rupa Lama
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook asparagus, and this recipe is a great one! The lemon zest and Parmesan cheese really brighten up the flavor of the asparagus. I also love the addition of the toasted pine nuts. They add a nice crunch and flavor


Anwar Jemal
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The asparagus cooks quickly and the sauce is simple to make. I also love the addition of the toasted pine nuts. They add a nice crunch and flavor to the dish.


JR.RiPON. RANA
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I made this asparagus penne for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again for my next potluck.


Pema Thinley
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This asparagus penne is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some leftover asparagus from a previous meal and I was looking for a way to use it up. This recipe was perfect! The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I


Happy Titi
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this dish. The lemon zest and Parmesan cheese really helped to balance out the flavor of the asparagus. I also liked the addition of the toasted pine nuts. They added a nice crunch and flavor to th


Mureka Njeri
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This recipe is a keeper! The asparagus and lemon zest give this dish a light and refreshing flavor, while the penne pasta and Parmesan cheese add a creamy and rich texture. I also love the addition of the toasted pine nuts, which add a nice crunch. O


Danie Groomes
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I made this asparagus penne for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Kosiso Reginald
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This asparagus penne is a great dish! It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing. The asparagus is perfectly cooked and the lemon zest adds a nice brightness to the dish. I also love the addition of the toasted pine nuts, which add a nice crunch.