Description
Creamy Asparagus Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender asparagus and fluffy pasta in a rich, silky sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into an indulgent meal, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its vibrant colors and exquisite flavors, it’s guaranteed to impress your family and friends while satisfying your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté the Asparagus: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped asparagus and sauté for about 4 minutes until tender yet crisp. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and vegetable broth; stir well to combine. Let simmer gently for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine Everything: Add cooked pasta, lemon juice, and half of the Parmesan cheese into the skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired creaminess.
- Serve: Plate the pasta and top with remaining Parmesan cheese, cracked black pepper, or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg