Asparagus Pasta With Toasted Pecans |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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I recently had a back log of Southern Living Magazines waiting for me to go through. When I came across this pasta recipe, I just knew it was one I couldn't let get away without trying. I am posting it here so I will always know where to find it! This dish makes a great main course or side dish. I prepared this dish as soon as I had all the ingredients on hand and I have to say, it is as delicious as it sounds! This is a very easy recipe to add your desired amount of chicken or shrimp, if you like. I hope you think it looks as tempting as I did ; )! Ingredients:
1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta |
1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 pound) |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped (about 3/4 cup) |
1 tablespoon minced garlic |
1 cup low sodium chicken broth |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon pepper |
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil |
3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided |
2 tablespoons butter |
1 cup pecan halves, toasted and divided |
freshly grated parmesan cheese |
fresh ground pepper |
Directions:
1. Prepare pasta according to package direction; rinse and drain.
2. Snap off tough ends of asparagus, and slice into 2-inch pieces.
3. Sauté asparagus in hot oil in a large skillet over medium heat; 4 minutes.
4. Stir in red bell pepper and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Stir in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat, and simmer 2 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
7. Stir in salt and pepper.
8. Toss together pasta, asparagus mixture, basil, 1/2 cup cheese, butter and 1/2 cup pecans.
9. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and 1/2 cup pecans.
10. Garnish if desired.
11. Serves 6.
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