Description
Indulge in a delightful creamy pasta with asparagus that perfectly balances comfort and elegance. This dish features tender pasta enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce, complemented by fresh asparagus for a burst of color and flavor. Easy to prepare, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. Each bite promises a symphony of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup fresh asparagus, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Asparagus: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add asparagus and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Create Sauce: Pour in heavy cream while stirring gently. Let simmer on low heat, then add grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss Together: Combine cooked pasta with the creamy sauce in the skillet, stirring until well-coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Plate immediately while hot, garnishing with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg