PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS-LEMON SAUCE
Steps:
- Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces, reserving tips separately. Cook asparagus stems in 5 to 6 quarts boiling water with 2 tablespoons salt until very tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a colander, reserving cooking water in pot, and rinse under cold water. Drain asparagus well and transfer to a food processor or blender.
- Cook asparagus tips in same boiling water until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer with slotted spoon to colander, reserving boiling water in pot, and rinse under cold water. Drain tips well.
- Purée asparagus stems with zest, oil, and 1/2 cup asparagus cooking water. Transfer sauce to a 4-quart saucepan.
- Cook pasta in boiling asparagus cooking water until it still offers considerable resistance to the tooth, around three fourths of the recommended cooking time. Reserve 2 cups cooking water and drain pasta.
- Add pasta, asparagus tips, and 1/2 cup reserved water to asparagus sauce and cook over high heat, stirring, 3 to 5 minutes, or until pasta is almost al dente and sauce coats pasta. Add more cooking water, 1/4 cup at a time, until sauce coats pasta but is a little loose (the cheese will thicken it slightly).
- Stir in Parmigiano-Reggiano and salt and pepper to taste and cook, stirring, until cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love
Rayne Hall
[email protected]This pasta dish is a great way to add more vegetables to your diet. The asparagus and lemon sauce are both packed with nutrients.
Ibrahim Nura
[email protected]This pasta dish is also great served cold. Simply chill the pasta and sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Debbi Latham
[email protected]If you don't have any asparagus on hand, you can substitute broccoli or zucchini.
david acheampong
[email protected]This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp. Simply add the cooked chicken or shrimp to the sauce and heat through.
Birungi Shaluwa
[email protected]This pasta dish is a great choice for a light and healthy meal. The asparagus and lemon sauce are both low in calories and fat, and the pasta provides a good source of fiber.
Mimi Khan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I loved this pasta dish. The sauce was so creamy and flavorful that it made me forget all about the asparagus.
Jim Letgo
[email protected]This pasta dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The asparagus is hidden in the sauce, so they won't even know they're eating it.
Zain tech
[email protected]I made this pasta dish for a party and it was a hit. Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the tender asparagus. I would definitely make this dish again.
Mashiur Rahman
[email protected]This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. The sauce is simple to make and the dish comes together quickly. I liked the addition of lemon zest, which added a nice brightness to the dish.
Tinuoye Aishat Olufunlola
[email protected]This pasta dish was a delight to make and even more delightful to eat. The asparagus and lemon sauce were a perfect combination, and the Parmesan cheese added a nice touch of richness. I will definitely be making this again.
Rajkumar Chy
[email protected]This pasta dish is a waste of time. The sauce is flavorless and the asparagus is mushy. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
abubakar datsama
[email protected]I tried this recipe and it was just okay. The sauce was a little too lemony for my taste, and the asparagus was a bit tough. I think I'll stick to my old pasta recipes.
Shadoz
[email protected]I made this pasta dish for dinner last night and it was a disaster. The sauce was bland and the asparagus was overcooked. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I won't be making this recipe again.
Thelma Malatjie
[email protected]This is the best pasta dish I've ever had. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.
Lone Moilwa
[email protected]I've made this pasta dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish to serve for company because it's both elegant and delicious.
Sonia Jan
[email protected]This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so simple to make, but it always turns out perfectly. I love the way the lemon and asparagus complement each other.
Sadiq Qureshi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised. The sauce was so flavorful that it made me forget all about the asparagus.
Mary Vasquez
[email protected]This pasta dish is so easy to make, and it's absolutely delicious. I love the combination of asparagus, lemon, and Parmesan cheese. It's a perfect meal for a busy weeknight.
Ahsan Rajpot
[email protected]I made this dish last night for dinner and it was a hit with my family. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.
Zariat Eniola
[email protected]This pasta dish is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The asparagus and lemon sauce is light and refreshing, while the pasta provides a hearty base. I especially enjoyed the addition of the Parmesan cheese, which added a nice touch of