Creamy Asparagus Pasta
This Creamy Asparagus Pasta is a delightful dish that balances fresh flavors with a comforting texture, featuring crisp asparagus and a luxurious cream sauce. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound Pasta
1 ½ pounds Fresh Asparagus
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
4-5 cloves Garlic minced
1 ½ cups Heavy Cream
¾ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
½ cup Vegetable Broth
1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
¼ cup Fresh Parsley chopped
Salt to taste
Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and cut into 1-inch pieces
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drai
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté asparagus for 3-5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp
- Add garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant
- Pour in heavy cream and vegetable broth, bringing to a simmer, then reduce heat
- Stir in grated Parmesan until melted, and add lemon zest
- Combine cooked pasta with asparagus and cream sauce, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water as needed
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately
Notes
For a lighter dish, substitute half of the heavy cream with milk.
Add proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp for additional flavor.
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