Asparagus Pasta with Pesto Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

8 oz pasta noodles (of your choice)
1 cup chopped asparagus (use only tips )
3 cloves garlic , squished and chopped,or minced
1/4-1/2 cup olive oil ( do not substitute)
1/8 cup chopped onion (red or yellow )
1/2 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
grated parmesan cheese

Directions:

-Pesto-ØÖ .
Saute garlic, and onion in olive oil until the garlic and onion turns light brown.
Do not over cook.
Set aside and keep warm.
Prepare the pasta of your choice according to package directions except for the following: Add 1-2 cups additional water Just before water begins to boil, add the asparagus or the vegetables of your choice.
When the water begins to boil add the pasta and cook according to directions Drain the pasta and vegetable mixture and pour the saute mixture and basil over the top, tossing lightly to coat.
Top with parmesan cheese and serve with French bread.
This pesto recipe makes 2-4 servings depending on appetite.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	259.7 Kcal (1087 kJ)
Calories from fat	215.04 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	23.89g	37%
Cholesterol	11.34mg	4%
Sodium	53.11mg	2%
Potassium	226.52mg	5%
Total Carbs	7.5g	3%
Sugars	1.26g	5%
Dietary Fiber	1.4g	6%
Protein	4.33g	9%
Vitamin C	6.1mg	10%
Iron	0.8mg	4%
Calcium	29.3mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	217.25 Kcal (910 kJ)
Calories from fat	179.89 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	19.99g	37%
Cholesterol	9.49mg	4%
Sodium	44.43mg	2%
Potassium	189.49mg	5%
Total Carbs	6.28g	3%
Sugars	1.05g	5%
Dietary Fiber	1.17g	6%
Protein	3.62g	9%
Vitamin C	5.1mg	10%
Iron	0.7mg	4%
Calcium	24.5mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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