PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS AND LEMON SAUCE
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
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
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Loulou Dulcio
[email protected]I made this pasta dish last night, and it was a hit with my family! The sauce was especially good, and I loved the addition of the asparagus. This is definitely a recipe that I will be making again and again.
Abigail Du Preez
[email protected]This pasta dish was a bit bland for my taste. The sauce was thin and lacked flavor. I would not recommend this recipe.
surya bahadur Tamang
[email protected]I've made this pasta dish several times now, and it's always a favorite! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus adds a nice touch of freshness. I highly recommend this recipe.
Mokgaetji Mabusela
[email protected]This pasta dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt when making the sauce.
sabitu muhammed
[email protected]I made this pasta dish for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the tender asparagus. I will definitely be making this again.
shirley manu
[email protected]This pasta dish was a bit too rich for my taste. The sauce was very heavy and creamy. I would not recommend this recipe for those who prefer lighter dishes.
Rahman Ali
[email protected]I've made this pasta dish several times now, and it's always a hit! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus adds a nice touch of freshness. I highly recommend this recipe.
Hussain Abdulrazzaq
[email protected]This pasta dish was a bit bland for my taste. The sauce was thin and lacked flavor. I would not recommend this recipe.
TOW FRIENDS
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this pasta dish. The asparagus was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Kwame Osurutu
[email protected]This pasta dish was easy to make and so delicious! The asparagus and sauce were a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this again.
Meer Balooshi
[email protected]I made this pasta dish last night, and it was a hit with my family! The sauce was especially good, and I loved the addition of the asparagus. This is definitely a recipe that I will be making again and again.
Tina Burchfield
[email protected]This pasta dish was absolutely delicious! The asparagus was perfectly cooked, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.