Garlic Asparagus Pasta
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces short pasta We used Campanelle.
- 1 pound asparagus ends trimmed then cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 5 garlic cloves minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 ounces Parmesan cheese shredded off the block
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain, and set aside.8 ounces short pasta
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil, asparagus, and salt.1 pound asparagus, 3 tablespoons olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt
- Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, then add the garlic. Cook for an additional minute, and remove from heat.5 garlic cloves
- Add the butter and cooked pasta. Toss to combine, then add the Parmesan cheese. Give everything a good stir.4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 3 ounces Parmesan cheese
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan cheese, and freshly squeezed lemon juice if desired.
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Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients and a serving size of 2 ounces of pasta with ¼ of the veggies and sauce. Actual calories will vary.
Nutrition Facts
Garlic Asparagus Pasta
Serving Size
2 ounces
Amount per Serving
Calories
515
% Daily Value*
Fat
28
g
43
%
Saturated Fat
12
g
60
%
Trans Fat
0.5
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
12
g
Cholesterol
45
mg
15
%
Sodium
583
mg
24
%
Potassium
394
mg
11
%
Carbohydrates
49
g
16
%
Fiber
4
g
16
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
18
g
36
%
Vitamin A
1374
IU
27
%
Vitamin C
8
mg
10
%
Calcium
301
mg
30
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
