PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS AND BASIL

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Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Tomato     Sauté     Basil     Asparagus     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
Pinch of dried crushed red pepper
1 pound asparagus, stalks cut into 1/2-inch lengths
4 tomatoes, peeled, seeded, chopped
1 cup chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
1/4 cup thinly slices fresh basil
8 ounces penne pasta
2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh 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.

Shourov Akanda
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This recipe is a winner! It's easy to make and the results are delicious. The asparagus and basil are a perfect match, and the sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts add a nice touch of flavor. I served this dish with a side of roasted vegetables and it wa


Starla Keeney
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the basil added a nice freshness. The sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts really made the dish. I will definit


Mark Ikem
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This is a great recipe for a light and summery meal. The asparagus and basil are so fresh and flavorful. The sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts add a nice bit of texture and flavor as well. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for


Bishal Chaudhary
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The asparagus and basil are a perfect match, and the sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts add a nice touch of flavor. I like to add a bit of grated Parmesan cheese on top befo


Aliyas Arain
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The asparagus and basil are a perfect match, and the sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts add a nice touch of flavor. I like to serve this dish with a side of crusty bread to soak


Faziking Faziking
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I'm not usually a fan of asparagus, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the combination of flavors was amazing. The basil, sun-dried tomatoes, and pine nuts really made the dish. I'll def


AKF PRODUCTION Ak
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This is one of my go-to recipes when I'm looking for a quick and easy meal. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The asparagus and basil are a perfect match, and the sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts add a nice touch of flavor. I


Md Mirajul Islam Rony
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some leftover from a previous meal and decided to try this recipe. I'm so glad I did! The dish came out great and I loved the combination of flavors. The asparagus was tender and flavorfu


konanani rakhungu
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The asparagus and basil are a perfect match, and the sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts add a nice touch of flavor. I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit w


Someone
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This penne pasta dish with asparagus and basil has become a favorite in our household. The combination of flavors is just perfect and the addition of sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts gives it a wonderfully rich and complex taste. I highly recommend t