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Asparagus Pasta With Toasted Pecans Recipe

Asparagus Pasta With Toasted Pecans Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 (16 oz) package penne pasta
1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 lb)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1 tbsp minced garlic
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
3 tbsp chopped fresh basil
3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided
2 tbsp butter
1 cup pecan halves, toasted and divided
freshly grated parmesan cheese
fresh ground pepper

Directions:

Prepare pasta according to package direction; rinse and drain.
Snap off tough ends of asparagus, and slice into 2-inch pieces.
Sauté asparagus in hot oil in a large skillet over medium heat; 4 minutes.
Stir in red bell pepper and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for an additional 2 minutes.
Stir in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, and simmer 2 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
Stir in salt and pepper.
Toss together pasta, asparagus mixture, basil, 1/2 cup cheese, butter and 1/2 cup pecans.
Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and 1/2 cup pecans.
Garnish if desired.
Serves 6.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	462.95 Kcal (1938 kJ)
Calories from fat	388.22 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	43.14g	66%
Cholesterol	22.82mg	8%
Sodium	700.97mg	29%
Potassium	410.69mg	9%
Total Carbs	11.78g	4%
Sugars	4.27g	17%
Dietary Fiber	5.65g	23%
Protein	13.33g	27%
Vitamin C	29.3mg	49%
Vitamin A	0.6mg	21%
Iron	13mg	72%
Calcium	276.5mg	28%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	209.27 Kcal (876 kJ)
Calories from fat	175.49 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	19.5g	66%
Cholesterol	10.31mg	8%
Sodium	316.86mg	29%
Potassium	185.65mg	9%
Total Carbs	5.33g	4%
Sugars	1.93g	17%
Dietary Fiber	2.55g	23%
Protein	6.02g	27%
Vitamin C	13.2mg	49%
Vitamin A	0.3mg	21%
Iron	5.9mg	72%
Calcium	125mg	28%

* 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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