Pasta recipe with cream sauce and asparagus

Pasta with cream sauce and asparagus is an exquisite, simple dish that easily surprises with its taste and appearance. This common Italian dish has the unique quality of being equally suitable for a luxurious lunch as it is for a quick dinner after a long day. The delicacy of the cream goes well with the strong taste of the asparagus, creating a rich palette of flavors that pampers the palate. Almost every country has its own version of the cream sauce, but this combination of cream, garlic, Parmesan cheese and asparagus is exceptionally tasty. Italian cooking recipes are known for their simplicity, focusing on the quality of the ingredients rather than complicated cooking techniques. Pasta with cream sauce and asparagus is a perfect example of this philosophy. This recipe is not only tasty but also easy to make. Whether you are an experienced cook or just starting your cooking adventure, you will surely realize the simplicity of this recipe and suggest it to your loved ones for your next meal.

Pasta recipe with cream sauce and asparagus
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Ingredients:

  • 300g (10.5oz) penne pasta
  • 200g (7oz) green asparagus
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
  • 200ml (6.75 fl oz) cream 30%
  • 50g (1.75oz) Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • A few basil leaves for decoration

Instructions:

  1. Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package. Remember to salt the pasta cooking water.
  2. In the meantime, prepare the asparagus. Trim off the woody ends and cut the asparagus into pieces about 3 cm long.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and fry until fragrant.
  4. Add the asparagus to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly soft.
  5. Add the cream to the asparagus, season with salt and pepper, then cook over low heat for about 5 minutes.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
  7. Add grated Parmesan cheese, mix and cook for another 2 minutes.
  8. Serve hot, sprinkled with extra Parmesan cheese and garnished with basil leaves.

Preparation time: 10 min

Cooking time: 20 min

Macro nutrients per 100 grams

Calories: 92.52 kcal

Carbohydrate: 16.3 g

Protein: 3.68 g

Fat: 1.4 g

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